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Josephine

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Based on writer/director/producer Beth de Araújo's own lived experiences, the film JOSEPHINE follows the psychological fallout after eight-year-old Josephine (Mason Reeves) witnesses a crime in Golden Gate Park. As she acts out, her parents (Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan) struggle with helping their daughter cope, while facing their own fears around the topic and how to address it with their child.
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Navigating disturbing material with a remarkably deft touch, Beth De Araújo's Josephine is a masterful drama that explores the ripple effects of trauma with empathy and outstanding performances.

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Beth de Araújo

Director

Mason Reeves

Josephine

Channing Tatum

Damien

Gemma Chan

Claire

Philip Ettinger

Actor

Syra McCarthy

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Dwight Brown DwightBrownInk.com Mar 4, 2026
3.5/4
She can’t forget what happened. And neither can the other witnesses. The audience. Go to Full Review Rachel Pronger Sight & Sound Feb 27, 2026
Beth de Araújo’s film about an eight-year-old girl who witnesses a horrific crime is clearly about a loss of innocence but also skilfully shows how that loss can shatter a family. Go to Full Review Namrata Joshi The New Indian Express Feb 26, 2026
A film of tremendous grimness, grit and grace that refuses to leave your heart and mind. Go to Full Review Christopher Llewellyn Reed Hammer to Nail Sep 25, 2026
It’s tough going, but well worth the experience. Go to Full Review Doug Jamieson The Jam Report Sep 18, 2026
4/5
A haunting portrait of innocence lost that understands childhood cannot be preserved forever and safety can never be guaranteed. Go to Full Review Jamie Broadnax Black Girl Nerds Sep 15, 2026
4.5/5
In one of the most powerful narratives you will experience this year, Beth de Araújo’s poignant film Josephine will leave you breathless. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Based on writer/director/producer Beth de Araújo's own lived experiences, the film JOSEPHINE follows the psychological fallout after eight-year-old Josephine (Mason Reeves) witnesses a crime in Golden Gate Park. As she acts out, her parents (Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan) struggle with helping their daughter cope, while facing their own fears around the topic and how to address it with their child.
Director
Beth de Araújo
Producer
Joshua Beirne-Golden, David Kaplan, Josh Peters, Beth de Araújo, Marina Stabile, Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan, Mark H. Rapaport, Crystine Zhang
Screenwriter
Beth de Araújo, Beth de Araújo
Distributor
Sumerian Pictures
Production Co
Free Association, Kaplan Morrison, Kinematics
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 20, 2026, Limited
Runtime
2h 0m
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