We the Animals
On one level...a classic coming-of age tale; on another...a near perfect depiction of the emotional damage that can result from economic insecurity.
We the Animals
With a screenplay by Dan Kitrosser and Jeremiah Zagar based on the celebrated Justin Torres novel, We the Animals is a visceral coming-of-age story propelled by layered performances from its astounding cast – including three talented, young first-time actors – and stunning animated sequences which bring Jonah’s torn inner world to life. Drawing from his documentary background, director Jeremiah Zagar creates an immersive portrait of working class family life and brotherhood.
"On one level... "We the Animals" is a classic coming-of age tale; on another, it's a near perfect depiction of the emotional damage that can result from economic insecurity." (Jeannette Catsoulis, New York Times)
"On one level... "We the Animals" is a classic coming-of age tale; on another, it's a near perfect depiction of the emotional damage that can result from economic insecurity." (Jeannette Catsoulis, New York Times)
Genre
Drama
Runtime
93
Language
English
Director
Jeremiah Zagar
Cast
Josiah Gabriel,
Isaiah Kristian,
Evan Rosado,
Sheila Vand
Awards:
Winner, NEXT Innovator Award, Sundance Film Festival
Nominee, Audience Award ~ Best of Next!, Sundance Film Festival
Nominee, Best First Feature, Spirit Awards
MOREFEATURED REVIEW
Peter Debruge, Variety
Words matter. This week, the United States president called a woman a “dog,” in an attempt to reduce her to something contemptible and subhuman. Meanwhile, in the country’s most fortunate art houses, meticulously scripted, micro-budgeted Sundance discovery “We the Animals” flips such language on its ...
Played at
Playhouse 7 8.24.18 - 9.13.18
Glendale 8.31.18 - 9.13.18
NoHo 7 8.31.18 - 9.06.18
Monica Film Center 9.07.18 - 9.13.18
Claremont 5 9.15.18 - 9.16.18
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