Canada,
2024, 80 min
Plots(1)
Mara, a young creative writing professor, is struggling with problems in her marriage to an experimental musician. One day, Matt, a charismatic, free-spirited author from her past, wanders onto her university campus. Bonded by their shared interests, the two gradually become closer. When Mara’s husband unexpectedly cancels plans to drive her to an out-of-town conference, Matt accompanies Mara on the trip instead. Along the way, the tension surrounding their undefined relationship slowly grows. (Berlinale)
(more)Cast
Matt Johnson
Canada
Best movies:
BlackBerry (2023)
The Dirties (2013)
Operation Avalanche (2016)
Deragh Campbell
Best movies:
You Can Live Forever (2022)
Beyond the Walls (2012)
Self-Criticism of a Bourgeois Dog (2017) (student film)
Simon Reynolds
Canada
Best movies:
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (2005)
Martin's Day (1985)
Traitor (2008)