I Saw the TV Glow

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Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.

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With a distinctive visual aesthetic that enhances its emotionally resonant narrative, I Saw the TV Glow further establishes writer-director Jane Schoenbrun as a rising talent.

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Max Weiss

Baltimore Magazine

Schoenbrun understands that, yes, we can be mesmerized, even zombified by these glowing images, but she’s not here to condemn television. She’s here to pay tribute.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 8, 2024

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Adam Kempenaar

Filmspotting

In its blurring of reality and fantasy, I Saw the TV Glow compels us into this mysterious, scary new space.

Rated: 3.5/5

May 25, 2024

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Brian Truitt

USA Today

"Glow" blends the real and the surreal in a neon-drenched nightmare that leaves a trail of thematic breadcrumbs for its audience.

Rated: 3/4

May 19, 2024

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Jim Laczkowski

Director's Club

When it ended, my first thought was, “this is why I love movies, they saved my life but they’re also an easy way to escape reality, and that in of itself can become addictive.” Jane has made their best work to date with a final act that gave me chills.

Rated: 4.5/5

Jun 10, 2024

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Kat Hughes

THN

With I Saw the TV Glow, Jane Schoenbrun continues to go from strength to strength as both a story-teller and a visual artist.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 8, 2024

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Margot Harrison

Seven Days (VT)

I Saw the TV Glow is an indie drama through and through, with slow pacing that may frustrate viewers who don't relate to its nostalgic setting and themes. Those who do, however, will be riveted -- and moved.

Rated: 4.5/5

Jun 6, 2024

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Mr. Hollywood Nothing special. Tired of filmmakers who make films where its up to the audience to interpret. All it means is they themselves cant make up their mind so just leaves it open ended. Its lazy Rated 2.5/5 Stars • Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 06/11/24 Full Review David Not quite sure how I feel about the ending with how the slow buildup equated to the payoff but it’s still a really interesting movie I’m glad I saw Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/08/24 Full Review Javier P Devastatingly beautiful Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/11/24 Full Review greg m This movie was literally life changing. I felt like it was super relatable and I understood it. I cannot describe how good this movie was. If you're queer, I would definitely recommend. I cried multiple times. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/11/24 Full Review James O I Saw the TV Glow is a one of a kind film. Never in all my life have I felt so seen by a film. What Jane Schoenbrun has created is something I feel privileged to have witnessed. This may have become one of my favourite films of all time! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/15/24 Full Review K K I Saw The TV Glow was a wonderful movie—one of the best movies I've watched in movie theaters. There are too many excellent things to say about this movie (creative, artistic, suspense, drama, humor, great script, clothes, makeup, sets, direction, editing, music, lights, acting, and everything involved with music), so I will say, GO WATCH THIS MOVIE!FYIThe short scene in this movie that some studios would cut (to save money, which is a very small amount in the budget) showed something important: HOW NOT TO ACT WHEN YOU HAVE POWER (including as the manager). Although there was a redeeming gesture or quality to that character.Bonus: some scenes with singers performing who are very talented!I saw this movie today 5.6.26 in movie theatre! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/07/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jane Schoenbrun Director Justice Smith Owen Brigette Lundy-Paine Maddy Ian Foreman Young Owen Lindsey Jordan Tara Helena Howard Isabel

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Synopsis Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.

Director: Jane Schoenbrun
Producer: Emma Stone, Dave McCary, Ali Herting, Sam Intili, Sarah Winshall
Screenwriter: Jane Schoenbrun
Distributor: A24
Production Co: A24
Rating: PG-13 (Violent Content|Some Sexual Material|Thematic Elements|Teen Smoking)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Horror, Drama, LGBTQ+, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 17, 2024, Wide
Box Office (Gross USA): $4.1M
Runtime: 1h 40m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)