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The Dutchman

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Clay, a successful but troubled black businessman, attends therapy sessions with his wife, Kaya, in an attempt to salvage their marriage. But their mysterious therapist is not all that he seems, and begins to unexpectedly appear to Clay outside of their sessions. On a New York subway train, Clay encounters Lula, a seductive but sinister white stranger who slowly begins to unravel his life. Clay must discover the truth behind this encounter to get back to his wife, heal his fractured soul, and survive the night. In this modern adaptation of the 1964 Obie Award winning play, The Dutchman brings a contemporary edge to the original, exploring themes of race and identity in America.
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Cast & Crew

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Andre Gaines

Director

André Holland

Clay

Kate Mara

Lula

Stephen Henderson

Dr. Amiri

Zazie Beetz

Kaya

Aldis Hodge

Warren

Critics Reviews

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Ryan Lattanzio IndieWire Mar 17
B
“The Dutchman” the movie doesn’t quite transcend the feeling of having been a play... Still, as with any great theater, the performances here are superb. Go to Full Review Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com Mar 14
It’s an ambitious misfire, a big swing with a lot of ideas, but it’s so airless and stuffy that those ideas are never given any room to breathe. Go to Full Review Dex Wesley Parra Austin Chronicle Mar 9
While the film looks and sounds cohesive, the script gets muddled in its execution. The Dutchman boldly attempts to subvert audience expectation, but in doing so loses sight of a not fully realized message. Go to Full Review Todd Jorgenson Cinemalogue 1d
A richly textured performance by Andre Holland counterbalances the more heavy-handed elements in this contemplative thriller about guilt, regret, sexual politics, and racial identity. Go to Full Review Marissa Hill Shade Studios Jul 30
This film lingers long after the credits roll, its haunting ambiguity a testament to its power. Holland and Mara elevate it to must-see status, while Gaines’ bold vision ensures The Dutchman stands as a highlight of SXSW. Go to Full Review Matthew St. Clair Cinematic Words of a Chaotic Gemini (Substack) Apr 3
B
Holland and Mara are the strong center of a film that still has me on a tightrope between "like" and "love" due to stylistic film-making choices almost being outweighed by writing ones but nevertheless, is a film that still lingers in my head. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Movie Info

Synopsis Clay, a successful but troubled black businessman, attends therapy sessions with his wife, Kaya, in an attempt to salvage their marriage. But their mysterious therapist is not all that he seems, and begins to unexpectedly appear to Clay outside of their sessions. On a New York subway train, Clay encounters Lula, a seductive but sinister white stranger who slowly begins to unravel his life. Clay must discover the truth behind this encounter to get back to his wife, heal his fractured soul, and survive the night. In this modern adaptation of the 1964 Obie Award winning play, The Dutchman brings a contemporary edge to the original, exploring themes of race and identity in America.
Director
Andre Gaines
Producer
Andre Gaines, Jonathan Baker
Screenwriter
Qasim Basir, Andre Gaines
Distributor
Rogue Pictures / Inaugural Entertainment
Production Co
Federal Films, Cinemation Studios, Washingston Square Films
Rating
R (Brief Violence|Sexual Content|Language)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 2, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 28m