Gazer
2025, R, 114 min.
Directed by Ryan J. Sloan, Starring Ariella Mastroianni, Jack Alberts, Renee Gagner, Marcia DeBonis, Tommy Kang, Emma Pearson, Marianne Goodell, Grant Schumacher, LeJon Woods, Jarrett Austin Brown.
Not reviewed at press time. Afflicted with a rare condition that affects her ability to perceive time and causes sudden blackouts, a single mother relies on self-recorded cassette tapes to help her navigate the world in this film Richard Whittaker calls a “New Jersey noir.” Read his interview with filmmaker Ryan J. Sloan.
This article appears in April 11 • 2025.