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First Reformed 2017
IndependentPsychological dramaPsychological thriller
First Reformed is a 2017 American psychological drama film written and directed by Paul Schrader. The movie follows Ethan Hawke, who plays a minister serving a small congregation in upstate New York, dealing with deepening despair caused by personal tragedy, modern anxieties, and a troubled history. Supporting actors include Amanda Seyfried, Cedric Kyles, Victoria Hill, and Philip Ettinger.
The film made its debut at the 74th Venice International Film Festival on August 31, 2017, before opening in American theaters on May 18, 2018 through A24. Worldwide earnings reached $4 million. Critics responded favorably, especially praising Hawke's acting and Schrader’s direction and screenplay. The National Board of Review and the American Film Institute both named First Reformed among the ten best films of 2018. Schrader received a nomination for Best Original Screenplay at the 91st Academy Awards. At the 24th Critics' Choice Awards, Hawke was nominated for Best Actor and Schrader won Best Original Screenplay. The film also earned multiple nominations at the 34th Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Feature, Best Director, and Best Screenplay, with Hawke winning Best Male Lead.
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Cast
- Ethan HawkeReverend Ernst Toller
- Amanda SeyfriedMary Mensana
- Cedric the EntertainerHead Pastor Joel Jeffers of Abundant Life
- Victoria HillEsther
- Philip EttingerMichael Mensana
- Michael GastonEdward Balq
- Bill HoagJohn Elder
- Frank Rodriguezthe sheriff
- Gary Lee MahmoudToller's doctor
- Sue Jean KimMs. Suriya
- Van HansisRoger
- Ramon NuñezJason
- Delano MontgomeryJake
- Satchel Eden BellCynthia
Crew
- Director
- Paul Schrader
- Writer
- Paul Schrader
- Producer
- Christine Vachon, David Hinojosa, Frank Murray, Jack Binder, Greg Clark, Victoria Hill, Arclight Films, Deepak Sikka
- Cinematography
- Alexander Dynan
- Editing
- Benjamin Rodriguez Jr.
- Music
- Lustmord
Details
- Production
- Arclight Films, Big Indie Pictures, Fibonacci Films, Killer Films, Omeira Studio Partners
- Distributor
- A24, Universal Pictures
- Budget
- $3.5 million
- Box office
- $4 million
