Janus Contemporaries has announced that they will be adding the Oscar-shortlisted drama Tótem to the collection on Blu-Ray and DVD on September 10, 2024. In the film, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in the whirlwind of preparations for her terminally ill father’s birthday party. The film had its world premiere at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival. Get more details below!
Synopsis: In a bustling Mexican household, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in the whirlwind of preparations for her terminally ill father’s birthday party, led by her mother, aunts, and other relatives. As the day builds to an event both anticipated and dreaded, Sol and her family begin to understand the gravity of this year’s celebration. Lila Avilés directs a dynamic ensemble cast in this stunning sophomore effort—a warmly observed, poignantly funny, and emotionally expansive study of the ways we cope with grief.
Special Features
- Meet the Filmmakers, a new interview with director Lila Avilés
- Trailer
Dillon is most comfortable sitting around in a theatre all day watching both big budget and independent movies.
