Natiional Anthem movie storyline. Dylan, a 21 year-old construction worker, lives an isolated life of routine in rural New Mexico, working odd construction jobs to help support his little brother and alcoholic mother. He accepts a gig working at the House of Splendor, a homestead built by a community of queer rodeo performers and ranchers.
And soon the indefinable magic of an untamed America unfolds before him. Finding space to explore and discover himself, he becomes entwined in the life of Sky, a talented barrel racer and free spirit. While working together in the breathtaking expanse of the Southwest, they contend with the undeniable forces of nature, family, and love.
National Anthem is a 2023 drama film directed by Luke Gilford, in his debut feature-length picture, who co-wrote the screenplay with David Largman Murray and Kevin Best. The film stars Charlie Plummer, Eve Lindley, Mason Alexander Park, Rene Rosado, and Robyn Lively.
National Anthem premiered at the 2023 SXSW Festival on March 10, 2023. It was released on July 12, 2024, by Variance Films. The film has received positive reviews from critics, with praise going towards the directing, screenplay, cinematography, and performances of its cast (particularly Plummer and Lindley).
National Anthem premiered at the 2023 SXSW Festival on March 10, 2023. The film had its international premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2023. In February 2024, it was announced Variance Films would distribute the film, with a July 12, 2024, release.
National Anthem (2024)
Directed by: Luke Gilford
Starring: Charlie Plummer, Eve Lindley, Mason Alexander Park, Rene Rosado, Robyn Lively, Alexander Alayon Jr, D’Angelo Lacy, Kimberley Pember, Delia Rawdon
Screenplay by: David Largman Murray, Kevin Best, Luke Gilford
Production Design by: Kelly McGehee
Cinematography by: Kate Arizmendi
Film Editing by: Amber Bansak, Josh Schaeffer
Costume Design by: Emily Batson
Set Decoration by: Graham Wichman
Art Direction by: Shiloh Kidd
Music by: Perfume Genius, Nick Urata
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Distributed by: Variance Films
Release Date: March 10, 2023 (SXSW), September 7, 2023 (TIFF), July 12, 2024 (United States)
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