The Formerly Session
The Formerly Session

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The Formerly Session

2020
Movie
14 min
English

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Tess MartinGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman returns to her hometown after years away, only to find that the enigmatic owner of a local jazz club holds the key to her forgotten past. As she delves deeper into the club's secrets and the musician's life, she uncovers a hidden love affair and a tragic event that shaped both their lives.

Critical Reception

The Formerly Session garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth and atmospheric storytelling, though some found the pacing to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant performances and evocative soundtrack.

  • Applauded for its exploration of memory, loss, and second chances.

  • Some noted a slow build-up in the first half.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's moving story and strong chemistry between the lead actors. Many appreciated the nostalgic jazz club setting and the film's ability to evoke a sense of longing and reflection.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Original Score' at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The antique jazz club set used in the film was meticulously recreated from archival photographs of a real club that operated in the 1950s.

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