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Things I Know to Be True
As beautifully touching as it is funny and bold, Things I Know To Be True tells the story of a family and marriage through the eyes of four grown siblings struggling to define themselves beyond their parents’ love and expectations. Parents Bob and Fran have worked their fingers to the bone and with their four children grown and ready to fly the nest it might be time to relax and enjoy the roses. But the changing seasons bring home some shattering truths. Featuring Frantic Assembly’s celebrated physicality, and co-directed by Frantic Assembly’s Tony and Olivier Award nominated Artistic Director Scott Graham and State Theatre Company’s Artistic Director Geordie Brookman, Things I Know To Be True is a complex and intense study of the mechanics of a family that is both poetic and brutally frank.
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Plot Summary
This play, adapted for screen, centers on Bob and Fran, a couple navigating the complexities of their marriage and their adult children's lives. As their children, Pip and Mark, grow up and forge their own paths, Bob and Fran confront their own evolving identities and the enduring nature of their love. The narrative explores themes of family dynamics, personal growth, and the acceptance of change over time.
Critical Reception
The stage production of 'Things I Know to Be True' received widespread critical acclaim for its honest and poignant portrayal of family life. Critics praised its emotional depth, relatable characters, and the sensitive exploration of universal themes. The adaptation for screen was generally well-received, maintaining the intimacy and impact of the original play.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw emotional honesty and relatable depiction of family struggles.
Commended for its sensitive exploration of love, loss, and personal transformation.
Acknowledged for its strong performances and insightful writing.
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Fun Fact
The film is a filmed version of a stage play, capturing a live theatrical performance with a live audience, aiming to bring the intimate experience of theatre to a wider screen audience.
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