| Allen Sunshine | |
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| Directed by | Harley Chamandy |
| Produced by | Chantal Chamandy, Laurent Allaire |
| Cinematography | Kenny Suleimanagich |
| Music by | Ethan Rose |
Production companies | Mother and Son Films, Chasseurs Films |
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Running time | 80 minutes |
| Countries | Canada, United States |
| Languages | English, French |
Allen Sunshine is a Canadian-American drama film written and directed by Harley Chamandy and produced by Chantal Chamandy and Laurent Allaire. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
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Produced by Chantal Chamandy and Laurent Allaire, Allen Sunshine was developed under the banner of Mother and Son Films and Chasseurs Films. Chantal Chamandy, also a musician and artist, brought her understanding of creative expression to the production, ensuring a nuanced portrayal of the protagonist's artistic journey. [7]
The film's soundtrack, composed by Ethan Rose, draws from ambient and electronic influences, mirroring the protagonist's introspective journey. Rose's compositions underscore the film's themes of isolation and personal rebirth, using subtle, evocative melodies to capture the emotional landscape of Allen's grief and recovery.[ citation needed ]
Allen Sunshine premiered at the 41st Munich International Film Festival on June 28, 2024. It was met with critical acclaim for its meditative approach to storytelling and received recognition for its visual and emotional depth. [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] The film was released on Apple, Prime Video, and other leading platforms on November 12th, 2024.
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