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‘Ancestors’ Review: Éanna Hardwicke Captivates But David Turpin’s Queer Drama Fades Fast [TIFF]

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TORONTO – In a massive year for LGBTQ+ movies from around the globe , “Ancestors” is sadly one of the few misses. And yet as the first 10 to 20 minutes unspool, you may think you’re witnessing a queer classic. That is the awkward juxtaposition of a movie with a great lead performance and a filmmaker, David Turpin , with a distinct vision that just can’t coalesce. But for a moment? Continue reading ‘Ancestors’ Review: Éanna Hardwicke Captivates But David Turpin’s Queer Drama Fades Fast [TIFF] at The Playlist.

First report: ‘Ancestors’ Invites You to a Cinematic “Séance,” Led by Éanna Hardwicke, That Mixes Dream, Reality and Memory (Exclusive TIFF Clip and Chat) — hollywoodreporter.com, 3d