Tonight and the People

A dreamy, talky drift through invented lives, equal parts deadpan comedy and low-key political musing, asking you to lean in and piece it together.

Directed by

Neil Beloufa

Starring

Joseph Bastian, Curtis Tyrone Scott, Sumiko Braun

Overview

In an imaginary Los Angeles, a bunch of cow-boys, a group of activists, three hippies, four teenagers and a few gangsters are waiting for a major event that is supposed to happen tonight. Meanwhile, they talk about their values, dreams, ideal lovers, and about how politics affect their lives.

How it feels

Absurd, satirical, melancholic and whimsical. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Identity, politics, class, isolation

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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