I Saw the TV Glow

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Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.

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With a distinctive visual aesthetic that enhances its emotionally resonant narrative, I Saw the TV Glow further establishes writer-director Jane Schoenbrun as a rising talent.

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Max Weiss

Baltimore Magazine

Schoenbrun understands that, yes, we can be mesmerized, even zombified by these glowing images, but she’s not here to condemn television. She’s here to pay tribute.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 8, 2024

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Adam Kempenaar

Filmspotting

In its blurring of reality and fantasy, I Saw the TV Glow compels us into this mysterious, scary new space.

Rated: 3.5/5

May 25, 2024

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Brian Truitt

USA Today

"Glow" blends the real and the surreal in a neon-drenched nightmare that leaves a trail of thematic breadcrumbs for its audience.

Rated: 3/4

May 19, 2024

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John Serba

Decider

There’s a strange, arch sensibility to it, with purposely flattened performances reflecting the characters’ desire to burst from their bodies and discover themselves and their identities and their truth...

Jun 17, 2024

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Stephanie Malone

Morbidly Beautiful

Even if it doesn’t entirely work for you on a narrative level, it’s hard to deny the visionary artistry, style, and daring creativity that Schoenbrun brings to their confident and compelling sophomore feature.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 15, 2024

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Alison Gillmor

Winnipeg Free Press

Perhaps the scariest thing about this film is that these ordinary memories seem far less palpable than the ever-present glow of the TV screen.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 14, 2024

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Sky

Good. Devestating but good. Will have you feeling raw by the end. Also, killer soundtrack.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/17/24

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Mr. Hollywood

Nothing special. Tired of filmmakers who make films where its up to the audience to interpret. All it means is they themselves cant make up their mind so just leaves it open ended. Its lazy

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

06/11/24

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Kim

The ending left me feeling isolated, sad, but, ultimately, perceived.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/17/24

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josh h

The story here is one of immense sadness. Certain points could have been expanded upon to increase their impact but the overall theme still gets across.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

06/18/24

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Emely

This was the weirdest movie ever. I was absolutely confused until I wasn’t if that makes any sense. A few questions but when I read more into the creation of this I understood 10x better. I fell in love with the visuals as they seriously made this movie. The amount of symbolism and small details that truly went into the movie was incredible. I hadn’t heard about this movie AT ALL until my sister told me she wanted to watch it. I was very nervous but I was not at all disappointed and I’m very happy I was able to watch in theatres. *warning* the movie was VERY loud in some moments that totally freaked me out as I have some sensory issues. It was totally out of nowhere but it worked with the movie. I genuinely loved this movie. It was a bit slow in the beginning but I felt like it was worth it. And to know the true meaning behind it made the movie all the more meaningful to me and want to rewatch it as often as I can.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/17/24

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Chaz

A very powerful psychological drama, everyone watching this film will undoubtedly come away with a different experience hence my score. I recommend at least one watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/17/24

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Synopsis

Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.

Director: Jane Schoenbrun
Producer: Emma Stone, Dave McCary, Ali Herting, Sam Intili, Sarah Winshall
Screenwriter: Jane Schoenbrun
Distributor: A24
Production Co: A24
Rating: PG-13 (Violent Content|Some Sexual Material|Thematic Elements|Teen Smoking)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Horror, Drama, LGBTQ+, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 17, 2024, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 14, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA): $4.1M
Runtime: 1h 40m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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