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| Directed by | Dusty Bias |
| Written by | Dusty Bias |
| Produced by | Dusty Bias |
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Production companies | Cervidae Films Fahrenheit Films |
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Running time | 104 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Great & the Small is a 2016 drama film written and directed by Dusty Bias. It stars Nick Fink, Ritchie Coster, Melanie Lynskey, Louisa Krause, and Ann Dowd.
Plot synopsis
Scott, a twenty-six year old living on the streets, is trying to find his way back into society - and build bridges with his ex-girlfriend - while on probation for petty crimes.
Cast
- Nick Fink as Scott
- Ritchie Coster as Richie
- Melanie Lynskey as Margaret
- Louisa Krause as Nessa
- Ann Dowd as Detective Dupre
Awards
The film received the Audience Choice prize and the Jury Award for Best American Independent Feature at the 2016 Sonoma International Film Festival.[1]
Reception
On Rotten Tomatoes the film has 2 critic reviews, both positive.[2] Gary Goldstein, writing for the Los Angeles Times, felt that it "sneaks in quite a bit of depth and emotional punch,"[3] while Joe Leydon of Variety called the film "At once starkly eccentric and deeply humane," adding that Lynskey's portrayal of "sad-eyed schoolteacher" Margaret was "quietly devastating."[4]
References
- ^ "The Great & The Small (2016) - Awards". IMDb.
- ^ "The Great & the Small". Rotten Tomatoes.
- ^ "Quirky indie drama 'The Great & the Small' delivers emotional depth". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 17 December 2022.
- ^ "Film Review:The Great & the Small". Variety. Retrieved 17 December 2022.
External links
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