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To Live and Die and Live

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TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE follows a film director who returns to Detroit to bury his stepfather and settle his accounts, but his struggles with addiction and loss may finish him before he finishes the task. As old and new relationships unfold, he's forced to confront the emotional and psychological toll of his past and the dark side of his city's vibrant, gritty landscape.
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Nick Allen RogerEbert.com To Live and Die and Live displays how Basir, this film’s writer/director/cinematographer, cares more about color than he does a comprehensive edit or overall story even when he is the subject. Feb 3, 2023 Full Review Christian Zilko IndieWire While the existing canon of good Detroit movies leaves a lot to be desired, To Live and Die and Live is an excellent step in the right direction. Rated: B+ Jan 27, 2023 Full Review Todd McCarthy Deadline Hollywood Daily Stylistically, To Live and Die and Live is cut down to the bone, with the essential action being conveyed but with a vital terseness that both frustrates and keeps you on your toes. Jan 23, 2023 Full Review Ashley Bissette Sumerel Eulalie Magazine Some details are too brief, some characters aren’t given quite enough time, and some of the twists happen too suddenly. Still, the film is beautifully shot and incredibly powerful, with excellent performances and breathtaking imagery. Rated: 3.5/5 Jul 4, 2025 Full Review Jim Schembri jimschembri.com An accomplished urban opus about addiction, despair and debt, To Live and Die and Live presents an excellent, deftly directed drama about a man adrift...a compelling portrait of a man caught in the turmoil of quiet desperation. Rated: 4/5 Jul 4, 2025 Full Review Aaron Neuwirth We Live Entertainment For those who want an intense and intimate drama, there’s stuff here to like, I just wish it came together better. Rated: 5/10 Jun 13, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Brandon S Amazing movie! Heartfelt. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/01/25 Full Review Audience Member Simply an amazing and beautiful love letter to the city of Detroit. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/30/25 Full Review Nicole T The storytelling was simply AMAZING! It truly hit home how men cannot express themselves until they finally find that ONE person to be vulnerable with and peel those layers of themselves. It shows different aspects of addiction, religion, family, LOVE, desperation, purpose, and HOPE. The emotion behind each scene--and the cinematography was right on point. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/30/25 Full Review Hadiatu D This movie was so on point. The struggle with addiction, family responsibilities and love hit home. Great cinematography. Superb acting!! A must see for sure!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/21/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE follows a film director who returns to Detroit to bury his stepfather and settle his accounts, but his struggles with addiction and loss may finish him before he finishes the task. As old and new relationships unfold, he's forced to confront the emotional and psychological toll of his past and the dark side of his city's vibrant, gritty landscape.
Director
Qasim Basir
Producer
Qasim Basir, Nina Yang Bongiovi, Forest Whitaker, Amin Joseph, Samantha Basir, Dana Offenbach, Cory Hardrict, Omari Hardwick
Screenwriter
Qasim Basir
Distributor
AuthentiQ Films / CinemaStreet Pictures
Production Co
Significant Productions
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 30, 2025, Limited
Runtime
1h 45m
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