They Saw the Sun First

8.2
2020 0 hr 9 min Documentary

A genre-bending documentary using dance and physicality to explore themes of youthfulness, fear, regret and aging. The star of the show is New York. The perspectives of elderly citizens of NYC are interpreted physically by a younger generation. The words come from real-life interviews recorded with a diverse selection of aging New Yorkers.

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Gutsycurene
2020/04/27

Fanciful, disturbing, and wildly original, it announces the arrival of a fresh, bold voice in American cinema.

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Micah Lloyd
2020/04/28

Excellent characters with emotional depth. My wife, daughter and granddaughter all enjoyed it...and me, too! Very good movie! You won't be disappointed.

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Kirandeep Yoder
2020/04/29

The joyful confection is coated in a sparkly gloss, bright enough to gleam from the darkest, most cynical corners.

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2020/04/30

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

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