Annie Baker's 'Janet Planet' Marks a Stirring Cinematic Debut

The Pulitzer-winning playwright brings her nuanced storytelling to film, exploring complex mother-daughter dynamics.

Set in 1991 Western Massachusetts, the film captures the era's texture through an adolescent's perspective.
Julianne Nicholson stars as Janet, a single mother navigating relationships and parenting her daughter, Lacy.
Baker's film retains her signature use of silence and ambient sound, enhancing the narrative's emotional depth.
The story unfolds in three chapters, each focusing on different characters impacting Janet and Lacy's lives.
Baker's transition from theater to film showcases her ability to create intimate, character-driven stories across mediums.