'After the Sun' on Netflix: Oscar Nominee and Cannes Film Festival Winner Now Available

Finally, the moment that moviegoers around the world have been waiting for! "Aftersun" (Aftersun), a film that impressed film critics and audiences, is now available on Netflix.

A magical story of a father and daughter

In this dramatic work, Irish actor Paul Mescal plays the role of Calum, a caring, but at the same time surprisingly capricious and sad father. His daughter Sophie, expertly played by 13-year-old actress Frankie Cario, experiences all the pitfalls of growing up.

Directorial debut that touched hearts

"After the Sun" is the debut film of talented director Charlotte Wells. The tape gained worldwide recognition and received numerous positive reviews. On Rotten Tomatoes, the critic approval index is 96%, which indicates the high quality of the film.

A trip down memory lane

The plot of the film transports the audience into the world of Sophie's memories, revealing the themes of loss and love through the story of her father. Calum, an estranged father, tries to reconnect with his daughter by inviting her to a seaside holiday in Turkey. 20 years later, Sophie watches videos from that vacation and realizes that her father had depression that he never talked about.

Recognition and awards

The film was highly praised for its ability to touch the deepest feelings of the audience. Welles won BAFTA 2023 for Best Debut. In total, After the Sun was nominated for 65 film awards worldwide and won 62, including the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, the 2023 BAFTAs and the 2022 Gotham Awards.

Rethinking childhood

As the director herself reports, this film became her own reinterpretation of her childhood, built on the basis of her memories. This is what makes the film so personal and moving.

Editor: Yana Davydiuk