The 42nd Sundance Film Festival has drawn to a close in Park City, Utah, with Beth de Araújo’s ‘Josephine’ emerging as the event’s big winner. The film achieved a rare double victory, securing both the U.S. Dramatic Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award.
The narrative centers on a young girl named Josephine (portrayed by breakout talent Mason Reeves), whose world is shattered after she witnesses a sexual assault. The harrowing incident leaves a profound impact on her and her parents, as the child’s upcoming courtroom testimony becomes the deciding factor in the legal pursuit of justice.
Featuring a stellar cast including Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan, the drama has been met with widespread critical acclaim, currently holding a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The complete roster of this year’s laureates is available on the official Sundance website.
