Cast and Crew of Anniversary

Anniversary

Ellen and Paul have always cherished their close-knit family, celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary surrounded by loved ones. Their joy intensifies when their son brings his new girlfriend to the festive gathering, introducing her with excitement and warmth. Unbeknownst to everyone, this seemingly perfect moment marks the start of unforeseen challenges that will test the family's unity.

The new girlfriend, Liz, holds a complex history intertwined with Ellen. Years earlier, Liz was Ellen's student, a bright and passionate individual whose radical views once sparked a confrontation in Ellen's classroom. Their unresolved past adds an undercurrent of tension to the present, as old wounds and ideologies emerge from the shadows during what should be a celebratory occasion.

As the story unfolds, the family's dynamics shift dramatically. Secrets, misunderstandings, and past grievances come to light, forcing each member to confront their beliefs and emotions. Anniversary is a compelling exploration of how deep-rooted connections can be challenged by unexpected events, and how forgiveness, acceptance, and resilience are vital to overcoming the trials that life presents.

Critics' Reviews

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“Anniversary,” about a family torn apart by an authoritarian movement within the United States of America, is ripe for nitpicking and perhaps outright rejection, on the basis that it’s too on-the-nose, too opportunistically topical, too muddled in its message, or just too inconsistent. As always, your mileage will vary. Be warned that the first act is a bit of a slog, with exposition that goes down as smoothly as broken glass in a garbage disposal, and that the powerful climax hinges on an event that you have to decide to believe could happen. Nevertheless, it stays with you—and if you take a macro rather than micro view, its ambition is easy to see, and its timing is perfect.
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Full Cast of Anniversary

Diane Lane as Ellen

Diane Lane

Ellen
 Kyle Chandler as Paul

Kyle Chandler

Paul
 Madeline Brewer as Anna

Madeline Brewer

Anna
 Zoey Deutch as Cynthia

Zoey Deutch

Cynthia
 Phoebe Dynevor as Liz

Phoebe Dynevor

Liz
 Mckenna Grace as Birdie

Mckenna Grace

Birdie
 Daryl McCormack as Rob

Daryl McCormack

Rob
 Flavia Watson as Gemma

Flavia Watson

Gemma

Crew of Anniversary

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