directed by: Ryan Gosling, year: 2014
actors: Christina Hendricks, Iain De Caestecker, Saoirse Ronan, Ben Mendelsohn

Lost River is a surreal fantasy thriller that marks the directorial debut of Ryan Gosling. Set in a crumbling Detroit-like city, the film follows a single mother, Billy, and her teenage son, Bones, as they struggle to maintain their home and family. Bones discovers a mysterious underwater town, while Billy becomes entangled in a dark underworld. The film explores themes of decay, hope, and the pursuit of dreams amidst a haunting and visually arresting backdrop.

Surrealism, Dystopia, Family, Mythology, Decay