Songs My Brothers Taught Me
Seen it?2015 | 93 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (94% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved River's Edge, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 33 min.
- What might put you off
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
This complex portrait of modern-day life on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation explores the bond between a brother and his younger sister, who find themselves on separate paths to rediscovering the meaning of home.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
94% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Cannes award and 2 Independent Spirit Awards.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$146K worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 91K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Chloé Zhao
- John ReddyJohnny Winters
- Jashaun St. JohnJashaun Winters
- Irene BedardLisa Winters
- Eléonore HendricksAngie Britt
- Taysha FullerAurelia Clifford
- Travis Lone HillTravis Lone Hill
- Dakota BrownDakota Fire Thunder
- Cat CliffordCat Clifford
- Kevin HunterKevin Winters
- Derrick JanisVictor Chasing Hawk