A Long Winter Delivers Moody, Intimate 1950s Farm Drama

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Andrew Haigh’s A Long Winter is a somber, exquisitely shot drama set on a Rocky Mountain farm in the early 1950s. As Louise’s drinking and a family crisis collide with Mikey’s quiet coming‑of‑age and his attraction to a man, the film unfolds with restrained confidence and lush visuals that pull the audience into a world where loss, secrecy, and longing redefine the family bond.
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