The main reason we enjoy doing what we do here on TFS is to share our love for great independent films that may not be on your radar. It’s why we focus our efforts on film festivals and it brings no greater joy to recommend these films once they come out in theaters. While other summer countdowns focus on all the films you’ve been hearing about non-stop for the last year, we’ve got a comprehensive list of the worthwhile independent, limited release features to take note of.
While a few, namely one from Focus Features and another from The Weinstein Company are set to go wide initially, they won’t be as hitting as many multiplexes as The Dark Knight Rises or The Avengers, therefore making for a worthy mention. Check out the list below, which also includes what you may want to skip over blockbuster-wise at the theaters that same weekend, and let us know what you’re looking forward to this summer.
35. Bel Ami (Declan Donnellan, Nick Ormerod; June 8th)
Instead of: Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted and Prometheus
Synopsis: A chronicle of a young man’s rise to power in Paris via his manipulation of the city’s most influential and wealthy women.
Why You Should See It: Carving out his post-Twilight career, Robert Pattinson will be getting into the demented mind of David Cronenberg with Cosmopolis arriving at Cannes this month and soon after he’ll be romancing half of Paris in Bel Ami. In our review we praised the stellar performances, meticulous art design and an absorbing atmosphere and a certain poignancy found here, livening up what could have been a stale romantic tale. – Jordan R.
34. The Woman in the Fifth (Pawel Pawlikowski; June 15th)
Instead of: Rock of Ages and That’s My Boy
Synopsis: A college lecturer flees to Paris after a scandal costs him his job. In the City of Lights, he meets a widow who might be involved in a series of murders.
Why You Should See It: By most accounts, writer-director Pawel Pawlikowski (Last Resort, My Summer of Love) has yet to swing and miss — that it’s been a whole seven years since his last outing only makes expectations higher. This adaptation of Douglas Kennedy’s 2007 novel promises to pack a worthwhile mystery plot, but the real high hopes stem from the juicy central pairing of Ethan Hawke and Kristin Scott Thomas. The latter couldn’t strike a wrong note if she tried, and it’s been far too long since Hawke has been able to show off his serious chops. – Danny K.
33. Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap (Ice-T; June 15th)
Instead of: Rock of Ages and That’s My Boy
Synopsis: A documentary on rap music and its rise to global prominence.
Why You Should See It: Prior to his career in acting and producing, Ice-T made his mark as a solo rap artist in the late ‘80s hip-hop scene (if you don’t know that much, this film will school you in more ways than one). In this documentary, he pulls together all this experience to investigate the origins of hip-hop, as well as the inspiration and craft behind the movements most enduring performances. With appearances by Grandmaster Caz, Eminem, Kanye West, Run-DMC, and Snoop Dogg, this doc gives any music lover much to salivate on. – Kristen C.
32. Killer Joe (William Friedkin; July 27th)
Instead of: Step Up Revolution and Neighborhood Watch
Synopsis: When a debt puts a young man’s life in danger, he turns to putting a hit out on his evil mother in order to collect the insurance.
Why You Should See It: Killer Joe is a dirty, violent dark comedy that is not for everyone. William Friedkin‘s second collaboration with Pulitzer surprise winner Tracy Letts may not be as accomplished as Bug, but it’s another sign these two madmen were made for each other; both interested in showing the ugliness and strange beauty to the unlikeliest of leads (and heroes). Killer Joe is a deranged romantic comedy, the type we don’t get as often as we should. You’ll laugh, with the film or possibly at it, but either way you’ll still be laughing. – Jack G.
31. Trishna (Michael Winterbottom; July 13th)
Instead of: Ice Age: Continental Drift and Ted
Synopsis: The story of the tragic relationship between the son of a property developer and the daughter of an auto rickshaw owner.
Why You Should See It: Coming off his road trip movie The Trip, Michael Winterbottom is switching gears yet again, with an adaptation Thomas Hardy‘s Tess of the d’Urbervilles. Featuring Slumdog Millionaire star Frieda Pinto, Trishna is a well-shot and strong portrayal of dangerous romance, but the slow pacing and repetitive may turn off some. Still, Winterbottom effortlessly captures a frenetic environment of India, making this one worth a view. – Jordan R.
30. The Magic of Belle Isle (Rob Reiner; July 6th)
Instead of: The Amazing Spider-Man, Savages and Katy Perry: Part of Me
Synopsis: In an effort to tap into his original talent, a wheelchair-bound author moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help reignite his passion for writing.
Why You Should See It: The early marketing for Rob Reiner’s latest could hardly be filled with more forced messages of life-affirmation, but the director’s little-seen Flipped managed to be a rather agreeable charmer despite similar early-bird warning signs. Here’s hoping he’s able to strike the right note of poignancy working with a story centered around the absolute opposite demographic. The film also marks Morgan Freeman’s first legit leading performance since 2009’s Invictus — that ought to count for something. – Danny K.
29. Easy Money (Daniel Espinosa; July 27th)
Instead of: Step Up Revolution and Neighborhood Watch
Synopsis: A three-tiered story centered around drugs and organized crime, and focused on a young man who becomes a runner for a coke dealer.
Why You Should See It: Our first look at Daniel Espinosa‘s work here in America was the Denzel Washington/Ryan Reynolds thriller Safe House earlier this year, but his previous film, Snabba Cash (or Easy Money) is finally getting a proper release. The crime drama is already getting turned into a trilogy and we’ll able to see just how our future Robocop, Joel Kinnaman, caught Hollywood’s eye with this slick drug thriller. – Jordan R.
28. The Do-Deca-Pentathlon (Jay Duplass, Mark Duplass; June 6th)
Instead of: The Amazing Spider-Man, Savages and Katy Perry: Part of Me
Synopsis: Two brothers compete in their own private 25-event Olympics.
Why You Should See It: I have yet to see anything disappointing come from Mark and Jay Duplass, who have a tendency to get a lot of work out of their actors. For fans of the duo, this should offer no less, as the two character brothers compete shamelessly, before their plan is discovered by the rest of the family. Expect big laughs, with some heartfelt family moments, as the filmmakers deliver their trademark blend of witty humor and deep emotional resonance. Check out our SXSW review. – Kristen C.
27. Farewell, My Queen (Benoit Jacquot; July 13th)
Instead of: Ice Age: Continental Drift and Ted
Synopsis: A look at the relationship between Marie Antoinette and one of her readers during the final days of the French Revolution.
Why You Should See It: Premiering to strong reviews at the Berlin Film Festival, this period drama will grace theaters this summer in limited release. Ghotocol baddie Léa Seydoux teams with Inglourious Basterds star Diane Kruger for what should be an elegant, reserved portrayal of a character that has been featured in more than 80 films. – Jordan R.
26. Celeste and Jesse Forever (Lee Toland Krieger; August 3rd)
Instead of: The Bourne Legacy, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days and Total Recall
Synopsis: A divorcing couple tries to maintain their friendship while they both pursue other people.
Why You Should See It: Coming off the overlooked drama The Vicious Kind, Lee Toland Krieger doesn’t quite live up to that effort with his follow-up Celeste and Jesse Forever, but it’s still difficult not to be charmed by Rashida Jones. The unique structure provides a good mix of laughs and drama and SNL vet Andy Samberg surprisingly pulls off a lead role, one much different than something like Hot Rod. – Jordan R.
25. The Queen of Versailles (Lauren Greenfield; July 6th)
Instead of: The Amazing Spider-Man, Savages and Katy Perry: Part of Me
Synopsis: A documentary that follows a billionaire couple who live in a 90,000-square-foot mansion inspired by Versailles, built on the success of the time-share industry.
Why You Should See It: It’s an interesting, personal story, showing the inner struggle of a family, as they try to cope with situations they’re not used to. It both humorous and infuriating, told from the view of one of the richest families in the country, an even smaller fraction of the 1%. And yet, despite the obscene amount of wealth displayed, one does feel sympathy, as filmmaker Lauren Greenfield does well to capture the complexity of their struggle. Check out our Sundance review. – Kristen C.
24. 2 Days In New York (Julie Delpy; August 10th)
Instead of: The Campaign and Hope Springs
Synopsis: Marion now lives in New York and when her family decides to come visit her, she’s unaware that the different cultural background held by her new American boyfriend Mingus, her eccentric father, and her sister Rose who decided to bring her ex-boyfriend along for the trip, added to her upcoming photo exhibition, will make up for an explosive mix.
Why You Should See It: With her follow up to 2 Days In Paris, Julie Delpy presses fast-forward on her life and finds herself with a new man in her life (Chris Rock). Serving as writer, director, producer and star again here, Delpy returns with her witty, fast-paced dialogue as she examines more language-barrier, social situation comedy. While the last act doesn’t live up to the first two, the film is a consistently funny intellectual examination of ignoring cultural norms. Check out our Sundance review. – Jordan R.
23. Indie Game: The Movie (Lisanne Pajot, James Swirsky; May 18th)
Instead of: Battleship, The Dictator and What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Synopsis: Follows the dramatic journeys of indie game developers as they create games and release those works, and themselves, to the world.
Why You Should See It: While Hollywood is still trying to crack the code of a successfully videogame adaptation, this month we have a documentary that takes a look at the nitty gritty of actual development of these games. Instead of big developers, the doc takes an insightful look at the struggles of independent creators. Read our review from Sundance and look for the film in limited release this month. – Jordan R.
22. Safety Not Guaranteed (Colin Trevorrow; June 8th)
Instead of: Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted and Prometheus
Synopsis: Three magazine employees head out on an assignment to interview a guy who placed a classified ad seeking a companion for time travel.
Why You Should See It: Director Colin Trevorrow and screenwriter Derek Connolly took a note from Steven Spielberg and all the great sci-fi filmmaker’s playbook: the story isn’t the high-concept, but the human drama that comes from it. When people consider the possibilities of time travel, they usually jump to the conclusion of going back 100 years or beating up Hitler. In Safety Not Guaranteed, it’s about fixing your past mistakes. What the film ends up saying about the mistakes of the past I won’t spoil, but the film ends up taking on a warm and sweet quality, without ever glossing over the serious drama at hand. Check out our Sundance review. – Jack G.
21. Klown (Mikkel Nørgaard; July 27th)
Instead of: Step Up Revolution and Neighborhood Watch
Synopsis: After making a wrong move, resulting in his brother-in-law falling off a ladder, Frank must take care of his nephew Bo and include him in an all-male canoe-trip, which was planned before the accident.
Why You Should See It: The trailer – which is, really, just an excerpt – is bizarre, offensive, and funny in equal measure; if that worked for you, I imagine Klown will deliver as an overall piece. Otherwise, it’s best to avoid and forever move on. (Maybe Todd Phillips and Danny McBride developing the remake should tell you something, too.) Those who have seen Klown attest that it goes some pretty unbelievable places and, for that alone, I’m up for a viewing. – Nick N.
20. Searching For Sugar Man (Malik Bendjelloul; July 27th)
Instead of: Step Up Revolution and Neighborhood Watch
Synopsis: Two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock ‘n’ roller, Rodriguez.
Why You Should See It: To me, the best documentaries illuminate topics and subjects we had zero prior knowledge of. This looks to fit that mold. Those who’ve actually seen Searching for Sugar Man attest that it’s a comprehensive, illuminating examination of “Rodriguez” – and, again, the fact I’m getting a comprehensive, illuminating examination of this total unknown means quite a bit. – Nick N.
19. Take This Waltz (Sarah Polley; June 29th)
Instead of: G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Magic Mike, People Like Us and Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection
Synopsis: A happily married woman falls for the artist who lives across the street.
Why You Should See It: Sarah Polley established herself as a true creative voice with Away from Her several years ago, and most have indicated that Waltz doesn’t serve as a disappointing follow-up. Seth Rogen and Michelle Williams look to pair up rather nicely, while Luke Kirby and Sarah Silverman should round out the cast rather nicely. Check out our review from last year. – Nick N.
18. God Bless America (Bobcat Goldthwait; May 11th)
Instead of: Dark Shadows
Synopsis: On a mission to rid society of its most repellent citizens, terminally ill Frank makes an unlikely accomplice in 16-year-old Roxy.
Why You Should See It: While his follow-up to World’s Greatest Dad is not as successful as that dark comedy, comedian Bobcat Goldthwait is still strikingly on point when it comes to picking a part the atrocious nature of pop culture. It can feel a bit sketchy and preachy at times, but there’s enough good here to be well worth a watch. One can also check it out on VOD. – Jordan R.
17. The Loved Ones (Sean Byrne; June 1st)
Instead of: Snow White and the Huntsman and Piranha 3DD
Synopsis: When Brent turns down his classmate Lola’s invitation to the prom, she concocts a wildly violent plan for revenge.
Why You Should See It: I rarely get disturbed by horror films as of late, but this Australian flick is thoroughly unsettling as it mixes 16 Candles with The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. It was first screened nearly three years ago, winning the top award in the midnight section at Toronto International Film Festival, but now Paramount is finally pushing it into theaters this summer. With the rest of this year’s horror slate looking pretty tame, here is one that should get you rightfully scared. – Jordan R.
16. Dark Horse (Todd Solondz; June 8th)
Instead of: Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted and Prometheus
Synopsis: Romance blooms between two thirty-somethings in arrested development: an avid toy collector and a woman who is the dark horse of her family.
Why You Should See It: If you like your cinema uncomfortable, awkward and breaking social boundaries, Todd Solondz usually delivers just that. Since premiering on the fall festival circuit, this follow-up to Life During Wartime takes a look at an unusual relationship with a cast including Jordan Gelber, Selma Blair, Christopher Walken, Mia Farrow, Justin Bartha and Aasif Mandvi. – Jordan R.
15. Sleepwalk With Me (Mike Birbiglia; August 24th)
Instead of: The Apparition and Premium Rush
Synopsis: A burgeoning stand-up comedian struggles with the stress of a stalled career, a stale relationship, and the wild spurts of severe sleepwalking he is desperate to ignore.
Why You Should See It: The best of comedian Mike Birbiglia, and much more. This is a surprisingly moving, modest motion picture about chasing dreams and leaving people behind, and how hard it is to do both. Especially at the same time. It also features a montage powered by a Backstreet Boys song, which is kind of incomparable. Check out our Sundance review. – Dan M.
14. Ruby Sparks (Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris; July 25th)
Instead of: Step Up Revolution and Neighborhood Watch
Synopsis: A novelist struggling with writer’s block finds romance in a most unusual way: by creating a female character he thinks will love him, then willing her into existence.
Why You Should See It: Putting Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris behind the camera for the first time since their Oscar-winning Little Miss Sunshine six years ago is enough to give this film a mountain of high expectations, but my sight-unseen intrigue revolves more around the eclectic cast, which fuses together such disparate personalities as Antonio Banderas, Annette Bening, Steve Coogan, and Elliott Gould. And then there’s Paul Dano at the center of things, an actor whose post-There Will Be Blood development into a leading-man type has irked as many as it has pleased. I quite liked his reserved foil to Robert De Niro’s outspoken Being Flynn portrayal, and look forward to seeing what he’s up to here. – Danny K.
13. Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (Lorene Scafaria; June 22nd)
Instead of: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Brave
Synopsis: As an asteroid nears Earth, a man finds himself alone after his wife leaves in a panic. He decides to take a road trip to reunite with his high school sweetheart. Accompanying him is a neighbor who inadvertently puts a wrench in his plan.
Why You Should See It: A comedy about the end of the end of the world. Unless you really took Melancholia’s Udo Kier scenes to heart, Seeking a Friend is bound to be unlike any genre entry in a long time. So there’s already a slight feeling of unsureness about the basic concept, but I’m also insanely curious to see how Steve Carell and Keira Knightley – an unlikely pairing, if you ask me – create onscreen chemistry. The excellent trailer leaves me both confident and with a desire for more. – Nick N.
12. Samsara (Ron Fricke; August 24th)
Instead of: The Apparition and Premium Rush
Synopsis: Filmed over a period of five years in twenty-five countries on five continents, and shot on 70mm film, Samsara transports us to the varied worlds of sacred grounds, disaster zones, industrial complexes, and natural wonders.
Why You Should See It: Mark my words: Samsara will be this summer’s greatest visual feast. Forget the CG worlds of all those big blockbusters; director Ron Fricke traveled the world over the course of five years and, with a 70mm camera, captured everything from stunning ancient architecture to the life of babies. When projected in its proper format, the experience is bound to be one you’ll never truly forget. – Nick N.
11. Shut Up and Play the Hits (Will Lovelace, Dylan Southern; Summer TBD)
Synopsis: On April 2nd 2011, LCD Soundsystem played its final show at Madison Square Garden. Documenting this once in a life time performance and an intimate portrait of James Murphy as he navigates the lead-up to the show, the day after, and the personal and professional ramifications of his decision.
Why You Should See It: If I was more than impressed by quick, unprofessional snatches of video from LCD Soundsystem’s final show, officially commissioned, HD renderings of that same terrific performance will alone make this worth seeing. But I’m also looking forward to seeing how James Murphy handled such an immense moment in his career; it’s that sense of finality which helped make The Last Waltz the best concert film of all time, and it’ll be welcome here. Check out our Sundance review. – Nick N.
10. Your Sister’s Sister (Lynn Shelton; June 15th)
Instead of: Rock of Ages and That’s My Boy
Synopsis: Iris invites her friend Jack to stay at her family’s island getaway after the death of his brother. At their remote cabin, Jack’s drunken encounter with Hannah, Iris’ sister, kicks off a revealing stretch of days.
Why You Should See It: Emily Blunt has been on most people’s radar, but this is the movie to prove she’s the real deal. It’s a year’s best type of performance. When she smiles in this film, you smile. When she cries, you cringe. Watching Blunt, Mark Duplass, and Rosemarie DeWitt play off each other is incredibly watchable. For the first two acts, Lynn Shelton‘s film is fantastic, thanks in large part to pitch perfect casting. Check out our Tribeca review. – Jack G.
9. To Rome With Love (Woody Allen; June 22nd)
Instead of: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Brave
Synopsis: A story about a number of people in Italy, some American, some Italian, some residents, some visitors, and the romances and adventures and predicaments they get into.
Why You Should See It: Woody Allen is set to continue his European odyssey – which has so far included trips to London, Barcelona and Paris – this time travelling to Italy’s capital for another ensemble romantic comedy. Last year’s Midnight in Paris was fantastical, both in its story and its dazzling representation of location, so here’s to hoping he does the same with his follow-up. With one film a year, Allen has a tendency to be hit and miss, but with the stellar cast he has assembled here, including Jesse Eisenberg, Ellen Page, Greta Gerwig, Penelope Cruz, Alec Baldwin and even a role for himself, perhaps he will set Rome alight. – Jack C.
8. Beyond the Black Rainbow (Panos Cosmatos; May 18th)
Instead of: Battleship, The Dictator and What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Synopsis: Despite being under heavy sedation, Elena tries to make her way out of Arboria, a secluded, quasi-futuristic commune
Why You Should See It: I saw this psychedelic ‘80s trip over a year ago and still think about it often – the imagery, the sounds, and how Panos Cosmatos beautifully combines them to create an unsettling sensory experience. Since that’s exactly what the film is, those not willing to go down the experimental route may as well turn back. If you’re willing to give yourself over to it all, at least you won’t come away thinking it felt too familiar. Check out our review from last year’s Tribeca Film Festival. – Nick N.
7. The Intouchables (Olivier Nakache, Eric Toledano; May 11th)
Instead of: Men In Black 3 and Chernobyl Diaries
Synopsis: After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the projects to be his caretaker.
Why You Should See It: Already set for a US remake, it’s easy to see what’s so enticing about this French hit. While the premise could make for an overtly melodramatic film, The Intouchables is quite the opposite. An excellent dynamic between our two leads provides one of the most touching, often hilarious dramas of the year thus far. Check out our review for a complete take on the film that has racked up nearly $400 million worldwide thus far, the highest grossing non-English language film. – Jordan R.
6. Sleepless Night (Frédéric Jardin; May 11th)
Instead of: Dark Shadows
Synopsis: A drug heist goes wrong, as Vincent, a wounded lieutenant, ends up with a huge bag of coke. The bag of coke belongs to a powerful mob boss/nightclub owner named Jose, who kidnaps Vincent’s son in hopes to reclaim his property. Vincent has until the end of the night to return the stash and save his son.
Why You Should See It: I had problems with Sleepless Night’s scattered screenplay, but this French action picture is both fun and better than almost all other entries into this genre being cranked out by American studios nowadays. Filled with gorgeous direction and brutal action beats – while also being anchored by a confident lead performance from Tomer Sisley – you’d be well-advised to check this one out. Especially before the damn American remake trots itself into theaters. Check out our positive TIFF and Tribeca reviews. – Nick N.
5. Compliance (Craig Zobel, August TBD)
Synopsis: When a prank caller convinces a fast food restaurant manager to interrogate an innocent young employee, no-one is left unharmed.
Why You Should See It: In Craig Zobel‘s Compliance, the relatively young filmmaker is able to expertly illicit uncomfortable and unpleasant emotions while events unfold on screen. Its done in a manner so effective, that its hard not to praise the film for its cold calculating presentation of a disturbing true story. Without giving away too much, the plot centers around a group of fast food employees whose day suddenly goes awry after a phone call shatters the perception of control and serves as a sobering reminder of the power of authority. In the wrong hands this film could have turned disastrous, but Zobel should be praised for his restraint in direction along with the superb performances he elicits from the cast. – Raffi A.
4. Oslo, August 31st (Joachim Trier; May 25th)
Instead of: Men In Black 3 and Chernobyl Diaries
Synopsis: One day in the life of Anders, a young recovering drug addict, who takes a brief leave from his treatment center to interview for a job and catch up with old friends in Oslo.
Why You Should See It: Joachim Trier has already accrued quite the bevy of acclaim for his sophomore effort, and that, frankly, is enough to get me on board. Still, the concept sounds heart-wrenching and compelling enough, as is, to justify legitimate interest, without having even seen a trailer. Check out our glowing TIFF review. – Nick N.
3. Lawless (John Hillcoat; August 31st)
Instead of: 7500 and The Possession
Synopsis: Set in the Depression-era Franklin County, Virginia, a bootlegging gang is threatened by authorities who want a cut of their profits.
Why You Should See It: John Hillcoat has already established himself as an accomplished director of harsh, gritty subjects with The Proposition and The Road. This time he is taking on the world of bootlegging, and the debut trailer was extremely promising. With the potential for a dark, multi-layered story, this film could be a strong hit should it strive to avoid clichés. The acting will no doubt be of the highest quality, with Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman and Jessica Chastain amongst the participants, and hopefully the experience is as immersive and gripping as the trailer suggests. – Jack C.
2. Beasts of the Southern Wild (Benh Zeitlin; June 27th)
Instead of: G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Magic Mike, People Like Us and Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection
Synopsis: Faced with her father’s fading health and environmental changes that release an army of prehistoric creatures called aurochs, six-year-old Hushpuppy leaves her Delta-community home in search of her mother.
Why You Should See It: Because everything you’ve heard about this top-prize Sundance winner, from the searingly poetic imagery to the extraordinary child performance of Quvenzhané Wallis, is stone-cold truth. If last year’s acclaimed, Sundance-born debut, Sean Durkin’s Martha Marcy May Marlene, is ultimately a tighter, more seamless vision, this one from Benh Zeitlin takes the upper hand in terms of fiery ambition. Meanwhile, on the distributing side of things, this is yet another commendable example of Fox Searchlight’s recent trend of backing challenging, ambitious — and potentially quite divisive — art-house filmmaking. Check out our Sundance review. – Danny K.
1. Moonrise Kingdom (Wes Anderson; May 25th)
Instead of: Men In Black 3 and Chernobyl Diaries
Synopsis: A pair of lovers flee their New England town, which causes a local search party to fan out and find them.
Why You Should See It: Wes Anderson kicked off the 2000s with a bang with his delightful The Royal Tenenbaums and now Moonrise Kingdom marks his first film of the new decade in addition to his first live action feature since 2007’s The Darjeeling Limited. If Anderson can again come up a charmingly colorful story littered with many oddities, we could be in for a treat. In addition to newcomers Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward, the film features a host of talented actors, including Edward Norton, Bruce Willis, Tilda Swinton, Harvey Keitel and many more. It might not be a huge moneyspinner, but hopefully his trademark quirkiness continues strong – Jack C.
What independent films are you most looking forward to this summer?