The Bowens: A Portrait of an American Family
Directed by Vlad Yudin, this intimate documentary explores the extraordinary journey of the Bowen family, a tight-knit ...
In the poignant comedy Terri, directed by Azazel Jacobs, the life of an overweight, socially awkward teenager takes an unexpected turn when he forms an unlikely bond with his school's vice principal. Played with remarkable sensitivity by Jacob Wysocki, Terri is a gentle soul who cares for his ailing uncle (played by Creed Bratton) in their rundown home, all while enduring merciless bullying at school. When he is called to the principal's office for wearing pajamas to class, Terri meets Mr. Fitzgerald (John C. Reilly), a weary but kind-hearted administrator who sees past the teen's odd exterior. Mr. Fitzgerald takes Terri under his wing, offering unconventional wisdom and a safe haven from the cruelty of adolescence. As Terri navigates the treacherous waters of high school, he finds himself drawn to a troubled popular girl (Olivia Crocicchia) and a volatile classmate (Bridger Zadina), leading to a series of awkward, heartfelt, and sometimes painfully funny encounters. Balancing dark humor with genuine tenderness, Terri is a quietly affecting exploration of loneliness, resilience, and the transformative power of unexpected kindness.