‘I’ll Be Gone in June’ Review: Wispy but Atmospheric Drama Follows a German Student to New Mexico in 2001
'I'll Be Gone in June' is a debut feature film by Katharina Rivilis that follows a German exchange student named Franny in New Mexico during the 2001-02 academic year. The film captures her experiences as she navigates cultural differences and personal challenges while living with a host family. With a focus on naturalistic performances and an eclectic soundtrack, the film explores themes of friendship and belonging.
- ▪Franny, a German teenager, arrives in New Mexico to spend the academic year just before the 9/11 attacks.
- ▪She initially lives with the Garcia family, who are less open to cultural exchange than expected.
- ▪After conflicts arise, Franny moves in with another family that provides her more freedom and support.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
'I'll Be Gone in June' Cannes Film Festival Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment German teenager Franny (newcomer Naomi Cosma) arrives in New Mexico to spend the 2001-02 academic year at a high school in Las Cruces, living with a local family, just before the terrorist attacks of 9/11 in writer-director Katharina Rivilis’ wispy but engaging debut feature.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Hollywood Reporter.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from The Hollywood Reporter
