Richard Gere reflects on his past viaEuphoria’s Jacob Elordi in theOh, Canadatrailer. Written and directed by Paul Schrader, the Oscar-nominated screenwriter behind Martin Scorsese’sTaxi DriverandRaging Bulland the director ofAmerican GigoloandFirst Reformed, his new film is based on the 2021 novelForegoneby Russell Banks and follows a terminally ill filmmaker who agrees to tell his life story for a documentary. Themovie stars Richard Gere, Jacob Elordi, Uma Thurman, Victoria Hill, Michael Imperioli, Penelope Mitchell, and Kristine Froseth.
Now, the film distributorKino Lorberhas released thefirst official trailer forOh, Canada. The trailer follows Leonard Fife, played by Richard Gere and Jacob Elordi, a terminally ill filmmaker who agrees to tell his life story for documentarians Malcolm (Michael Imperioli) and Diana (Victoria Hill). However, as he recounts his life, including fleeing to Canada during the Vietnam War and his past relationships, his deteriorating and distorted memory makes him an unreliable narrator. Watch the trailer below:
What The Oh, Canada Trailer Means For The Movie
It’s Ready For Release After A Festival Run
Oh, Canadais the latest film from Paul Schrader, the screenwriter behind Martin Scorsese’sTaxi DriverandRaging Bull, but he is more prolific as a director, helming over 20 movies, includingAmerican Gigolo(which also starred Richard Gere),Affliction(also based on a novel by Russell Banks), andFirst Reformed.His latest movie has been making its way around the festivals, including its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, followed by it playing at the Toronto International Film Festival and the New York Film Festival.
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Oh, Canadareviewsfrom these festivals have been mostly positive, praising it as a complex and occasionally unclear memory-driven drama that, supported by Richard Gere’s selfless performance, firmly aligns with Paul Schrader’s introspective body of work. Digging deeper into the reviews, there is nearly unanimous praise for Gere’s powerful performance and Schrader’s personal exploration of mortality, but some division over its muddled execution and lack of depth. Nevertheless,Oh, Canadawas acquired by Kino Lorber, and the trailer means the movie is gearing up for its release in early December.
Our Take On The Oh, Canada Trailer
Is This Paul Schrader’s Final Film?
Based on the trailer forOh, Canada, the movie appears to be a moving and deeply personal portrait of a filmmaker reflecting on a lifetime of storytelling. In turn,it’s difficult not to seeOh, Canadaas sort of auto-biographical for Paul Schrader, even though it’s based on a book by Russell Banks, raising questions about whether this might be his final cinematic statement at 78 years old. If it is,Oh, Canadashould serve as a fitting final chapter in the legendary filmmaker’s career.
Oh Canada
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Oh Canada is a 2024 film that explores the complexities of Canadian identity through the lens of its diverse cultural heritage. The film weaves together narratives from varied regional and ethnic backgrounds, creating a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the country’s multifaceted identity.
