Overview
- The feature, adapted from Stewart O'Nan’s novel, follows a Civil War veteran in 1870s Wisconsin as disease and encroaching wildfires test his leadership and faith.
- Variety’s Berlinale review praises Johnny Flynn and John C. Reilly’s performances and highlights the director’s rigorous formal control.
- New Europe Film Sales released a festival promo trailer ahead of the premiere and is handling international sales alongside Anton.
- The production was shot in Slovakia, with the town of Friendship built from scratch by production designer Hubert Pouille and cinematography by Kate McCullough.
- Producers include Dyveke Bjørkly Graver and partners such as Eye Eye Pictures, Garagefilm International and Film i Väst, with additional co-producers including ERT.