The Big Bend

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The Big Bend

Released Apr 26, 2024

1h 43m

Drama

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Two families meet for a long overdue reunion in the remote West Texas desert--where events quickly don't go as planned. Harboring secrets and facing private crises, they explore one of the wildest places in America, testing the boundaries of marriage, friendship, and parenthood, and doing their best to survive the experience.

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Sheri Linden

The Hollywood Reporter

The stark and unsettling beauty of West Texas, with its cliffs and canyons and ghost towns, isn't mere backdrop to this well-observed drama; it infuses the movie on a molecular level.

Jun 25, 2024

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Joe Friar

Fort Worth Report

In Brett Wagner’s funny and touching film, things go south as two families vacation together in scenic Texas. Featuring solid performances, breathtaking cinematography, and weighty themes.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 8, 2024

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Laura Clifford

Reeling Reviews

Considering that many of its themes are quite serious, Wagner also throws in some laugh-out-loud moments while cinematographer Paul Atkins ("Voyage of Time") evokes mysterious implications from the astounding natural landscape.

Rated: B+

May 15, 2024

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Bradley Gibson

Film Threat

With The Big Bend, Wagner has created strong characters in a compelling setting with that special Texas magic.

Rated: 8/10

May 2, 2024

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Stephen Saito

Moveable Fest

While those onscreen may not like the curveballs life throws their way, it keeps things interesting in “The Big Bend.”

Apr 24, 2024

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Avi Offer

NYC Movie Guru

Refreshingly unpredictable, atmospheric and mildly engaging, but unfocused, overstuffed and undercooked.

Apr 22, 2024

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Clyde M

This is great film. Scripted with mysteries , red herrings,and surprises my attention was riveted to the screen. I doubt I will see anything this well made for the balance of 2024.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/10/24

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Juliet L

I couldn’t love this movie more! Great casting. I’d write more but I don’t want to give away a minute of it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/15/25

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Audience Member

This movie is currently rated at 100% and 95%, I don't know why. To be fair some visual interest in the scenes, a couple of laughs but that's it. Some scenes seemed like they just didn't pan out and felt flat. Ending was fun but kind of a slow ride to get there.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

05/12/25

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Michelle S

A well paced and well-thought-out script. Loved it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/05/25

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Offgrid R

Definitely a must see movie. Started out a little slow which depicted the way it is in Terlingua, Texas. It captures the true essence of Big Bend region lifestyle. It was right on point. Will see it again!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/27/25

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Tom S

Great acting, good story, great cinematography! Saw this at a real movie theater, so the Texas landscape was truly amazing. The movie itself is a great flick in the "independent movie" mode of the late '90s, early '00s: a good story with good acting from lesser known (or unknown) actors with just enough tension and humor. And while it is not a mystery, it is good that the movie is not predictable and the audience does not know what happens next.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/16/24

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Synopsis

Two families meet for a long overdue reunion in the remote West Texas desert--where events quickly don't go as planned. Harboring secrets and facing private crises, they explore one of the wildest places in America, testing the boundaries of marriage, friendship, and parenthood, and doing their best to survive the experience.

Director: Brett Wagner
Producer: César Velasco, Katrina Wolfe
Screenwriter: Brett Wagner
Distributor: Eammon Films
Production Co: Onion Creek Productions, BendFilm
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 26, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 11, 2025
Runtime: 1h 43m

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