The Tree of Life

2011 Terrence Malick 2h 19m
Drama Fantasy

The impressionistic story of a Texas family in the 1950s. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of childhood to his disillusioned adult years as he tries to reconcile a complicated relationship with his father.

Cast

Brad Pitt Mr. O'Brien
Jessica Chastain Mrs. O'Brien
Hunter McCracken Young Jack
Sean Penn Jack
Fiona Shaw Grandmother
Tye Sheridan Steve
Laramie Eppler R.L.
Will Wallace Architect

Vibes

Curious Emotional Visually Stunning Deeply Moving Critic Favorite
The Filmatic Record No. 74 in The Filmatic 100

Double Feature Pairings

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