Uncle Frankd Drama 2020 1h 35m 7.3 ⚡ «PRO»

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Uncle Frankd Drama 2020 1h 35m 7.3 ⚡ «PRO»

Explore the emotional depth and behind-the-scenes stories of 'Uncle Frank' through these trailers and interviews with the cast and director: "Uncle Frank" with director Alan Ball & Paul Bettany YouTube · FabTV

: While set in NYC and South Carolina, the film was shot almost entirely in Wilmington, North Carolina . Production designers sourced many props—including a critical $200 plaid sofa—from Craigslist and local thrift stores to capture a weathered, authentic period feel. Uncle Frankd Drama 2020 1h 35m 7.3

: Paul Bettany’s portrayal of a man living a "double life" has been widely praised as a career-best performance. Peter Macdissi also earned acclaim, including a runner-up for Best Supporting Actor at the San Diego Film Critics Society Awards. Explore the emotional depth and behind-the-scenes stories of

: Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival , the movie holds a solid 7.3/10 IMDb rating and won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding TV Movie. Peter Macdissi also earned acclaim, including a runner-up

The film follows (Paul Bettany), a refined literature professor living in New York City, and his observant 18-year-old niece Beth (Sophia Lillis). When the family's stern patriarch suddenly dies, Frank and Beth embark on a road trip to South Carolina for the funeral. They are unexpectedly joined by Frank's longtime partner, Walid "Wally" Nadeem (Peter Macdissi), forcing Frank to confront the homophobic roots and personal tragedies he spent decades trying to escape. Key Feature Highlights

Written and directed by Oscar-winner Alan Ball, is a poignant 95-minute comedy-drama set in 1973 that explores family secrets, hidden trauma, and the courage to live authentically.

 

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