• Comedy
• Drama
• Romance

Love, Brooklyn 2025

Love, Brooklyn is a modern romance-drama set in the richly textured borough of Brooklyn, New York. Directed by Rachael Abigail Holder in her feature debut and written by Paul Zimmerman, the film follows Roger (André Holland), a writer navigating a tangled love triangle with his ex, Casey (Nicole Beharie), and his new love interest, Nicole (DeWanda Wise), a widowed single mother. Supported by his best friend Alan (Roy Wood Jr.), Roger wrestles with his past, his desires, and the rapidly shifting landscape of his beloved home.🧭 Premiere & Release World Premiere: Sundance Film Festival, January 27, 2025. US Theatrical Release: Limited release beginning August 29, 2025, expanding on September 5.🗣️ Critics Rotten Tomatoes: 79% Tomatometer based on 24 reviews. Metacritic: Score of 60/100 (mixed or average).Critic highlights: Loud And Clear Reviews: Praise for the sharp writing and emotional authenticity, though the film loses focus at times. Roger Ebert Review (Monica Castillo): Poetic visuals of Brooklyn, tender performances, and subtle commentary on gentrification — though the narrative wraps up perhaps a touch too neatly. Spokesman‑Recorder: Commends the natural, grounded sense of urban life depicted in the film, including rich details of Black middle-class Brooklyn experiences.🌍 Production & Locations The film was shot on location across Brooklyn — including Fort Greene, Bedford–Stuyvesant, Prospect Park, and the Brooklyn Museum — lending strong authenticity to its depiction of the borough.🍿 Behind the Scenes & Impact In an exclusive interview, André Holland shared that many in the industry questioned whether there was an audience for the film’s intimate, grounded story. Nevertheless, rooted in community with cast and crew drawn from Holland’s own circles, the film was a labor of love meant to resonate beyond its indie scope. The film also earned recognition at Sundance and from Entertainment Weekly’s Awardist Must List as one of the most anticipated titles of the festival.🎯 Conclusion on Love, Brooklyn (2025) Love, Brooklyn is a heartfelt, grounded romantic drama that blends love, loss, and cultural identity within the ever-changing landscape of modern Brooklyn. With strong performances—especially from André Holland—and a richly authentic setting, the film resonates as a quiet but powerful exploration of relationships and self-discovery. While it doesn’t reinvent the genre, it stands out for its emotional sincerity, representation of Black middle-class life, and its poetic visual homage to one of NYC’s most storied boroughs. It's a slow burn with meaningful depth—ideal for viewers who appreciate character-driven stories and urban realism. Read More

• 2025
• 1 h : 37 min
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