Annie Baker's 'Janet Planet' Gears Up for Summer Release

The film, lauded for its unique mother-daughter narrative and strong performances, set to hit theaters on June 21.

Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker's directorial debut, 'Janet Planet,' starring Julianne Nicholson and Zoe Ziegler, has generated significant buzz following its festival circuit.
The film explores the complex relationship between a mother, Janet, and her daughter, Lacy, set in the summer of 1991.
'Janet Planet' is characterized by its quiet, melancholic tone, focusing on the perspectives of both mother and daughter as they navigate their codependent relationship.
The film has been praised for its inversion of typical mother-daughter dynamics in cinema, offering a fresh and nuanced portrayal.
Set for a June 21 release by A24, 'Janet Planet' has been highlighted as one of the best films of 2024 by critics.