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New Jerusalem
6.7
/10
333 Ratings

Synopsis

Sean, an Irish immigrant to America, returns from military service in Afghanistan, finds his heart and mind in disarray. He begins work at a tire shop, where he befriends Ike, a strong-willed Evangelical Christian, who endeavors to ensure the fragile Seanʼs salvation.

Our take

Will Oldham, the star of Old Joy and one of the indie sphere’s most underrated leading men, shines as the cocky, wounded heart of this American character study, which emerged at Rotterdam and SXSW. Directed by up-and-comer Rick Alverson, last seen with 2012’s The Comedy.