Overview
- Set in 1970 Massachusetts, the film opens with a theft of four Arthur Dove paintings that triggers a low-key, character-driven fallout rather than a conventional caper.
- Reichardt describes the project as an “unwinding” film that pushes the heist to the start to focus on aftermath and moral unraveling.
- Josh O’Connor’s restrained lead performance draws consistent praise, with many noting the film’s subdued tone over spectacle.
- Craft highlights include Christopher Blauvelt’s period-evoking cinematography, Anthony Gasparro’s production design, and Rob Mazurek’s jazzy score; the shoot used Ohio locations to stand in for New England.
- Reception notes commend the atmosphere and intent while some critics fault the slow pacing, tonal transitions, and thinly drawn supporting roles; following a Cannes bow, the film rolls out theatrically this week via MUBI with UK dates around Oct. 23–24.