Let's Be Friends

Filmmaker Kirsten Johnson turns her lens on her family and friends, exploring themes of love, intimacy, and mortality. Through a series of intimate interviews and observational footage, she delves into the complexities of relationships and the ways we connect with others. The documentary offers a tender and thought-provoking examination of the human experience.

Let's Be Friends received critical acclaim for its deeply personal and honest approach to exploring human connection. Critics lauded Johnson's directorial vision and the film's emotional resonance, praising its ability to capture nuanced emotional states and profound reflections on life. Audiences generally responded positively to its intimate portrayal of relationships.

• Praised for its profound emotional depth and intimate storytelling.

• Celebrated for Kirsten Johnson's insightful and empathetic direction.

• Appreciated for its honest exploration of love, connection, and the human condition.

Google audience: Google users largely praised the film's heartfelt and intimate exploration of relationships, with many finding it to be a moving and thought-provoking experience. Viewers frequently commented on the film's authenticity and its ability to foster a sense of connection and empathy.

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, and won awards at various international film festivals.

The film originated from Kirsten Johnson's desire to understand her own father's complex relationships and evolved into a broader exploration of intimacy with people from her life.