The read
It runs a compact 1h 20m.
Synopsis
October Country is a beautifully filmed portrait of an American family struggling for stability while haunted by the ghosts of war, teen pregnancy, foster care and child abuse. With rarely seen intimacy, sensitivity and respect, this vibrant documentary examines the forces that unsettle the working poor and the violence that lurks beneath the surface of American life.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic66/100
9 audience votes
Key crew
- Michael PalmieriDirector
- Donal MosherDirector
Stills
Themes
family secrets