• Drama
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40 Acres (2025)

“40 Acres” (2024/2025) is a Canadian post‑apocalyptic thriller written and directed by R. T. Thorne, marking his feature debut . The film premiered at TIFF in September 2024 and hits theaters July 2–4, 2025🎬 Plot overview The story centers on Hailey Freeman (Danielle Deadwyler), a former soldier and matriarch of a Black‑and‑Indigenous family living on a farm in a world devastated by pandemic, famine, and civil unrest. Their land—a symbolic “40 acres”—was founded by freed-slave ancestors in Canada, tying into themes of generational resilience and reparative justice. As they cultivate and protect their legacy, Hailey’s authority is challenged by her teenage son Emanuel, stirring internal conflict even as violent raiders threaten their existence.🌟 Performances & Critics Danielle Deadwyler’s portrayal of Hailey is commanding and nuanced, earning praise for emotional depth and physicality. The supporting cast includes Michael Greyeyes, Kataem O’Connor (nominated for a Vancouver Critic’s award), and Milcania Diaz‑Rojas. Critics highlight its standout action sequences and powerful world‑building—one San Francisco Chronicle review notes an “eye‑popping action sequence…worth the price of a ticket”.💰 Box Office Performance The most recent figures indicate that 40 Acres has earned approximately $722,471 worldwide since its release. This matches the U.S. domestic gross reported on Rotten Tomatoes, which also lists $722,500. For context, Screenrant referred to the film as an “overlooked” title and noted its modest box office performance, describing it as “An Overlooked $669,063 Action Thriller”. This discrepancy likely stems from timing differences in reporting — the $669K figure appears to be from an earlier point in its theatrical run.⭐ Conclusion 40 Acres is a bold and thought-provoking post-apocalyptic thriller that blends action, survival, and generational legacy. With standout performances—especially from Danielle Deadwyler—and a culturally resonant story rooted in Black and Indigenous histories, it offers more than just thrills. R.T. Thorne’s feature debut is a visually striking and emotionally charged exploration of land, leadership, and identity in a world on the brink. Whether you're drawn to dystopian drama or socially conscious storytelling, 40 Acres is well worth watching. Read More

• 2025
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