Fremont

A dry, sweet, Jarmusch-inspired comedy about an Afghan translator finding her voice.

If humor truly is tragedy plus time, then it should be no surprise that immigrant stories make up some of our best comedies.

...it’s the kind of independent film which we haven’t seen a lot of lately, endowed with intimacy and a kind of dreamy charm.

...Fremont’s easy flow and small scope provide the same reassurance (and opportunity for projection) as a small, optimistic piece of paper.

...an utter delight: a wry, Jarmuschian musing on the human connections and possibilities that spark in the most unexpected places.

It is a stunning mood piece that takes pride in its stillness and slow pace, ultimately delivering a tale of intimacy, searching, and quiet strength.