Quintessential Directors: Barry Jenkins
A brief look at two Barry Jenkins films that have established him as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.
The New Guest (2025)
A woman is sent to a remote cabin by her therapist, as she finalises her treatment on recovering from an abusive relationship. Her therapist has also sent another client there at the same time. Their tasks are unclear. After several days, they are joined by their best friends. The woman's ex partner seeks out her location by any means necessary. He joins forces with the other client's abusive ex, in a bid to descend on the therapy session.
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A woman is sent to a remote cabin by her therapist, as she finalises her treatment on recovering from an abusive relationship. Her therapist has also sent another client there at the same time. Their tasks are unclear. After several days, they are joined by their best friends. The woman's ex partner seeks out her location by any means necessary. He joins forces with the other client's abusive ex, in a bid to descend on the therapy session.
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Written By:Delinda Kay
In Theaters:5/5/2025
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