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Refugees from a war-torn country start showing up to seek asylum in an American town. Only the country these people are from is America and the war they are fleeing is 250 years in the future. The local sheriff with a past, a federal agent and a mother in search of her missing refugee daughter drive this allegory with a surprising conspiracy at the center.
A cinematic journey following a father and son as they navigate the landscape of Britain, drawing parallels to the epic poem 'The Odyssey'. It blends observational documentary with poetic narration and artistic interpretation. The film explores themes of memory, landscape, and the passage of time.
The Crossing was generally well-received by critics, particularly within independent and experimental film circles. It was praised for its unique visual style, contemplative tone, and ambitious artistic vision. Some found it to be a challenging but rewarding experience.
Visually striking and poetically resonant.
A challenging but deeply rewarding experimental film.
Explores themes of journey and memory with a unique artistic sensibility.
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Selected for screening at various film festivals, including the BFI London Film Festival.
The film was shot over a period of 7 years, capturing the evolving relationship between the director and his son across different seasons and landscapes.
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Skip everything with the sheriff's son and any and all love plots and you'll probably have a good time with this highly predictable/enjoyable (but flawed) series. These people come from a war-torn world yet have perfect health, teeth, hair...