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‘Rock Springs’ Review: Kelly Marie Tran and Benedict Wong in a Fresh, Vivid Spin on Grief Horror

Emily relocates to Rock Springs, Wyoming, with her daughter after her husband’s death, starting a journey through grief and cultural distance.
The film links Emily’s private grief to a broader history of Chinese miners and anti-Chinese violence.
The cast blends drama and horror to reflect the emotional stakes of loss and cultural memory.
Kelly Marie Tran delivers a restrained, powerful portrayal of a widow navigating single parenthood.
Cinematography by Heyjin Jun captures the forest and landscape as a haunting counterpoint to the film’s trauma.
The story interweaves Emily’s private grief with flashbacks to 1885 mining tragedies tied to the land.
The film centers on themes of grief, racism, and generational trauma across communities.
Rock Springs premiered at the Sundance Film Festival (Midnight) with a noted ensemble cast.
The film positions itself as a bold, healing experience by confronting a painful history.
The narrative balances intimate family dynamics with public historical memory.

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