Plot
2017 film by Sean Baker
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Why Watch This
Sean Baker’s “The Florida Project” offers an unflinching yet tender look at the lives of families living on the margins of American society, all set against the neon glow of a budget motel near Disney World. The film balances heartbreaking realism with moments of childlike wonder, making it both a visual feast and an emotional roller‑coaster.
Best For
Indie lovers, Drama fans, Social realist enthusiasts, Character study fans, Film students
The CinePearl Take
Willem Dafoe delivers a quietly devastating performance as the weary motel manager, anchoring the chaos with a blend of compassion and resignation. Brooklynn Prince shines as six‑year‑old Moonee, whose boundless energy and mischief feel astonishingly authentic. Baker’s deliberate pacing lets the audience linger in each sun‑splashed frame, underscoring the stark contrast between the characters’ dreams and their harsh reality.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Sean Baker
- Cast
- Brooklynn Prince, Macon Blair, Caleb Landry Jones, Willem Dafoe, Christopher Rivera, Bria Vinaite
- Writer
- Chris Bergoch, Sean Baker
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- Released
- 22 May 2017
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- IMDb
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