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Jim Jarmusch's movie 'Father Mother Sister Brother' is welcomed with affection during its premiere at the Venice Film Festival

A movie titled "Father Mother Sister Brother" set for a U.S. premiere on December 24, will be distributed by Mubi.

Film directed by Jim Jarmusch titled "Father Mother Sister Brother" receives a warm welcome during...
Film directed by Jim Jarmusch titled "Father Mother Sister Brother" receives a warm welcome during its premiere at the Venice Film Festival

Jim Jarmusch's movie 'Father Mother Sister Brother' is welcomed with affection during its premiere at the Venice Film Festival

In the heart of the Venice Film Festival, Jim Jarmusch's latest film, "Father Mother Sister Brother," made its grand debut on the Lido on Sunday night. The film, a triptych of interconnected stories exploring the complexities of family relationships, left the audience in awe, resulting in a five-minute standing ovation.

The film boasts an impressive cast, including Cate Blanchett, Charlotte Rampling, Vicky Krieps, Mayim Bialik, Luka Sabbat, and Indya Moore. Despite the absence of Adam Driver and Tom Waits, the remaining cast members delivered captivating performances.

Each chapter of the film takes place in a different country: the northeast United States, Dublin, and Paris. The cinematography, handled by Frederick Elmes and Yorick Le Saux, beautifully captures the unique charm of each location.

The film's editor, Affonso GonΓ§alves, skillfully weaves together the three stories, creating a cohesive and engaging narrative. Anthony Vaccarello's artistic direction also plays a significant role in setting the film's tone and atmosphere.

While the film's premiere was a resounding success, there has been some controversy surrounding the involvement of MUBI, the film's distributor in the U.S., which recently received a $100 million investment from Sequoia Capital. The CEO of MUBI, Efe Γ‡akarel, has addressed these criticisms in an open letter, though specific allegations against the company itself are not detailed in the available information.

Jim Jarmusch himself has expressed disappointment and discomfort about MUBI's recent procurement of a $100 million investment from Sequoia Capital, which is reportedly a key investor in Israeli defense-tech startup Kela.

Despite these concerns, "Father Mother Sister Brother" has received positive reviews, with a review titled "Father Mother Sister Brother" available under the Movies section. Another review titled "The Tale of Silyan" is also available for those seeking a deeper analysis of the film.

For those eager to catch the film, "Father Mother Sister Brother" will be released by Mubi in the U.S. on Dec. 24. In the meantime, the teaser for the film is now available on YouTube, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the film's captivating storyline.

As the applause from the Venice Film Festival subsides, it's clear that "Father Mother Sister Brother" is a film not to be missed.

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