Train Dreams (film)
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| Directed by | Clint Bentley |
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| Based on | Train Dreams by Denis Johnson |
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| Cinematography | Adolpho Veloso |
| Edited by | Parker Laramie |
| Music by | Bryce Dessner |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Train Dreams is an upcoming American drama film directed by Clint Bentley and starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones. It is an adaptation by Clint Bentley & Greg Kwedar of the 2011 novella by Denis Johnson.
Premise
[edit]A logger (Egerton) works to develop the railroad across the United States causing him to spend vast times away from his wife (Jones) and daughter, and is struggling with his place in a changing world.[1]
Cast
[edit]- Joel Edgerton as Robert Grainier
- Felicity Jones as Gladys Grainier
- Kerry Condon
- William H. Macy
- Clifton Collins Jr.
Production
[edit]In February 2024, the film was reported to be produced by Black Bear as an adaptation of the Denis Johnson 2011 novella Train Dreams by Clint Bentley & Greg Kwedar, and directed by Clint Bentley and starring Felicity Jones and Joel Edgerton. Producers include Marissa McMahon and Ashley Schlaifer for Kamala Films, and Will Janowitz, and Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler for Black Bear.[2] In May 2024, Kerry Condon, William H. Macy and Clifton Collins Jr. joined the cast.[3]
Principal photography started in Washington State in April 2024, with filming locations including Spokane, Metaline Falls, and Colville.[4][5]
Release
[edit]Train Dreams is set to premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Kay, Jeremy (February 7, 2024). "Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones to star in 'Train Dreams'; Black Bear launching at EFM". Screen Daily. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 7, 2024). "Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones To Star In 'Jockey' Helmer Clint Bentley's 'Train Dreams'; Black Bear Introducing To Buyers At EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ Ritman, Alex (May 2, 2024). "Kerry Condon, William H. Macy, Clifton Collins Jr. Join Black Bear's Denis Johnson Adaptation 'Train Dreams' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
- ^ Lopez, Kristen (February 7, 2024). "Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones to Star in Adaptation of Denis Johnson's 'Train Dreams'". The Wrap. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ "Major motion picture 'Train Dreams' is filming in Spokane, to star Joel Edgerton and Oscar nominee Felicity Jones". Spokesman. May 9, 2024. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony; Patten, Dominic (December 11, 2024). "Sundance 2025: JLo, Sly Stone, Putin, Ayo Edebiri, André Holland, & Ex-NZ PM Jacinda Ardern Films Among Park City Festival Offerings". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
External links
[edit]- Train Dreams at IMDb