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Overview

A US soldier suffers a traumatic brain injury while fighting in Afghanistan and struggles to adjust to life back home in New Orleans. When she meets local mechanic James, the pair begin to forge an unexpected bond.

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CAUSEWAY Q&A with Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry | TIFF 2022

Cast

Jennifer Lawrence

Brian Tyree Henry

Jayne Houdyshell

Director:

Lila Neugebauer

Writer:

Luke Goebel, Ottessa Moshfegh, Elizabeth Sanders

Release Date:

2022-10-28

Run Time:

94m

Tagline:

Begin again.

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Financials and Popularity

Budget: Not Declared

Revenue: Not Declared

Vote Average: 6.5/10

Vote Count: 555 Votes

Movie Popularity: 2.5003

Spoken Languages: English

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- 30 April 2026 at 5:22 am

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10 THE SUMMARY Jennifer Lawrence steps away from the big-budget blockbusters for this quiet, high-quality character study. She plays Lynsey, a U.S. soldier who suffers a traumatic brain injury while serving in Afghanistan. After a grueling recovery, she returns to her hometown of New Orleans, struggling to adjust to a life that no longer feels like her own. While waiting for her redeployment, she forms an unexpected and sincere bond with James (Brian Tyree Henry), a local mechanic who is also carrying the weight of his own past tragedies. It’s a delicate, honest look at the slow process of healing and the small connections that keep us grounded. THE PROS This earns its 8/10 because the performances are absolute quality. Jennifer Lawrence is a total winner, giving a stripped-back and sincere performance that reminds everyone why she’s an Oscar winner. Brian Tyree Henry is equally legendary; the chemistry between the two feels honest and unforced, creating a high-quality friendship that is the heart of the film. It hits the 8/10 mark because it avoids the usual Hollywood clichés of trauma and recovery, choosing instead to focus on the quiet, messy reality of moving forward. The New Orleans setting is a legendary shout, captured with a grounded, lived-in feel that stays away from the tourist traps. It’s a total banger for fans of "indie-style" cinema that prioritizes human emotion over flashy plot twists. THE CONS It misses the "epic status" marks because the pacing is a deliberate slow-roller that might be too quiet for some. The plot is very minimal, focusing entirely on character beats, which can feel a touch sluggish if you aren't fully locked into the performances. While the story is high-quality and honest, it doesn't offer many surprises or a massive narrative payoff, which keeps it from reaching a 9 or 10. It’s a sincere and quality watch, but its small scale means it doesn't quite have that "must-see" legendary energy for a general audience. THE VERDICT An 8/10. A high-quality and sincere drama that is a winner for anyone who appreciates great acting and honest storytelling. It’s a legendary, quiet shout that proves Jennifer Lawrence is still at the top of her game. While it’s a slow-burn sit, the emotional depth and the banger of a performance from Brian Tyree Henry make it an absolute quality addition to your watchlist. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • First-Time Director: This was the high-quality feature debut for director Lila Neugebauer, who spent most of her career as a legendary theater director. Her background in stage work is why the film feels so honest and focused on the actors' performances.• Long Road: The film took several years to complete. Production actually started back in 2019 but was paused for a long time. This break allowed Jennifer Lawrence to come back with a high-quality, fresh perspective on the character that she felt made the performance more sincere.• Real Locations: To keep the atmosphere honest, the production was filmed entirely on location in New Orleans. The pool scenes and the mechanic shop were high-quality, real spots in the city, helping the film avoid the "studio set" vibe and feel like a genuine slice of life. THE VIBE Like a humid afternoon by a quiet swimming pool. It smells of chlorine, stale beer, and the metallic tang of a hot engine.

Videos

CAUSEWAY Q&A with Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry | TIFF 2022

Cast

Jennifer Lawrence

Brian Tyree Henry

Jayne Houdyshell

Stephen McKinley Henderson

Russell Harvard

Frederick Weller

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 30 April 2026 at 6:22 AM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10
THE SUMMARY
Jennifer Lawrence steps away from the big-budget blockbusters for this quiet, high-quality character study. She plays Lynsey, a U.S. soldier who suffers a traumatic brain injury while serving in Afghanistan. After a grueling recovery, she returns to her hometown of New Orleans, struggling to adjust to a life that no longer feels like her own. While waiting for her redeployment, she forms an unexpected and sincere bond with James (Brian Tyree Henry), a local mechanic who is also carrying the weight of his own past tragedies. It’s a delicate, honest look at the slow process of healing and the small connections that keep us grounded.
THE PROS
This earns its 8/10 because the performances are absolute quality. Jennifer Lawrence is a total winner, giving a stripped-back and sincere performance that reminds everyone why she’s an Oscar winner. Brian Tyree Henry is equally legendary; the chemistry between the two feels honest and unforced, creating a high-quality friendship that is the heart of the film. It hits the 8/10 mark because it avoids the usual Hollywood clichés of trauma and recovery, choosing instead to focus on the quiet, messy reality of moving forward. The New Orleans setting is a legendary shout, captured with a grounded, lived-in feel that stays away from the tourist traps. It’s a total banger for fans of “indie-style” cinema that prioritizes human emotion over flashy plot twists.
THE CONS
It misses the “epic status” marks because the pacing is a deliberate slow-roller that might be too quiet for some. The plot is very minimal, focusing entirely on character beats, which can feel a touch sluggish if you aren’t fully locked into the performances. While the story is high-quality and honest, it doesn’t offer many surprises or a massive narrative payoff, which keeps it from reaching a 9 or 10. It’s a sincere and quality watch, but its small scale means it doesn’t quite have that “must-see” legendary energy for a general audience.
THE VERDICT
An 8/10. A high-quality and sincere drama that is a winner for anyone who appreciates great acting and honest storytelling. It’s a legendary, quiet shout that proves Jennifer Lawrence is still at the top of her game. While it’s a slow-burn sit, the emotional depth and the banger of a performance from Brian Tyree Henry make it an absolute quality addition to your watchlist.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
• First-Time Director: This was the high-quality feature debut for director Lila Neugebauer, who spent most of her career as a legendary theater director. Her background in stage work is why the film feels so honest and focused on the actors’ performances.
• Long Road: The film took several years to complete. Production actually started back in 2019 but was paused for a long time. This break allowed Jennifer Lawrence to come back with a high-quality, fresh perspective on the character that she felt made the performance more sincere.
• Real Locations: To keep the atmosphere honest, the production was filmed entirely on location in New Orleans. The pool scenes and the mechanic shop were high-quality, real spots in the city, helping the film avoid the “studio set” vibe and feel like a genuine slice of life.
THE VIBE
Like a humid afternoon by a quiet swimming pool. It smells of chlorine, stale beer, and the metallic tang of a hot engine.

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