Dir. Debra Granik · Starring Thomasin McKenzie, Ben Foster, Jeff Kober, Dale Dickey, Dana Millican, Alyssa McKay · Music Dickon Hinchliffe
Drama
A father and daughter live a perfect but mysterious existence in Forest Park, a beautiful nature reserve near Portland, Oregon, rarely making contact with the world. But when a small mistake tips them off to authorities, they are sent on an increasingly erratic journey in search of a place to call their own.
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This film offers a deeply poignant and reflective experience, exploring the delicate balance between freedom and belonging. It's a tender, melancholic slow-burn, immersed in naturalistic beauty, yet underscored by an unsettling search for peace amidst societal pressures. The quiet intimacy leaves a lasting emotional imprint.
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