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In the unknowable reaches of West Texas, two families meet for a long overdue reunion -- but events quickly don't go as planned. As they explore the desert, bathe in mud, and keep a wary eye out for snakes, the dust motes of menace and unease begin to swirl around them. When crisis strikes, they have nobody to turn to but themselves. THE BIG BEND follows the adventure of these two families in a hauntingly dangerous environment, creating an unforgettable portrait of marriage, friendship, parenthood, and survival.

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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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Rebecca Murray

Showbiz Junkies

There’s a lot to unpack in Brett Wagner’s The Big Bend. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, Wagner tosses in a grenade and blows up your expectations.

Rated: B+

Oct 23, 2022

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victoria m

Beautiful, haunting film. The ending had me on the edge of my seat.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/15/24

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Faulkner P

Wow, what a weird, mysterious, and unexpected drama. It looks like a story about a bunch of millennials on a rustic vacation in the desert, but it reaches for the sublime and frequently delivers. Unforgettable.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/15/24

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Brett Wagner

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Jason Butler Harner

Cory Price

Virginia Kull

Melanie Price

Erica Ash

Georgia Talbott

David Sullivan

Mac Talbott

Grant Garrison

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Synopsis

In the unknowable reaches of West Texas, two families meet for a long overdue reunion -- but events quickly don't go as planned. As they explore the desert, bathe in mud, and keep a wary eye out for snakes, the dust motes of menace and unease begin to swirl around them. When crisis strikes, they have nobody to turn to but themselves. THE BIG BEND follows the adventure of these two families in a hauntingly dangerous environment, creating an unforgettable portrait of marriage, friendship, parenthood, and survival.

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