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Sunshine State (2002)
Director: John Sayles
Cast: Jane Alexander, Mary Alice, Angela Bassett, Gordon Clapp
6.8
80%Runtime141 min
Rating15
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A woman and her new husband returns to her hometown roots in coastal northern Florida, and must deal with family, business, and encroaching real estate development.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Sunshine State (2002) directed by John Sayles is a critically acclaimed drama that received an 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has a solid 6.8/10 rating on IMDb, indicating positive audience reception as well.
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker John Sayles, Sunshine State (2002) offers a nuanced, character-driven exploration of the complex social and economic changes affecting a small Florida town. With a talented ensemble cast including Jane Alexander, Mary Alice, and Angela Bassett, the film delves into the personal stories and differing perspectives of the townspeople, providing a thoughtful and insightful look at the human impact of development and progress.
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Sunshine State is a 2002 American drama film written and directed by John Sayles. The picture stars an ensemble cast that features Angela Bassett, Edie Falco, Jane Alexander, Alan King, Timothy Hutton, Mary Steenburgen, Bill Cobbs, and others. It was filmed on Amelia Island, Florida, which includes settings in Fernandina Beach. For her performance in the film, Falco received the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actress.
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