Loud & Longing 2023
In Isabel Ellison's raw and unflinching debut feature *Loud & Longing (2023)*, the New York City arts scene becomes a battleground for childhood friends Lucy and Lucien as they navigate the fallout of trauma, addiction, and grief.
Director: Isabel Ellison
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loud & Longing (2023) about?
*Loud & Longing* follows Lucy and Lucien, lifelong friends whose bond is forged in the fires of childhood trauma. As they claw their way into New York City's underground arts scene, their personal demons resurface, threatening to derail their hard-won sobriety and artistic ambitions.
Who directed Loud & Longing?
The film was directed by Isabel Ellison, marking her feature debut with a bold, intimate style that blends raw emotion with cinematic poetry.
Who stars in Loud & Longing?
The film stars Isabel Ellison and Sam Encarnacion as Lucy and Lucien, alongside David J. Cork, Max Carpenter, and Ryan Czerwonko in pivotal supporting roles.
Is Loud & Longing (2023) worth watching?
With its emotionally charged storytelling and immersive portrayal of survival, *Loud & Longing* resonates as a poignant exploration of trauma and resilience. The 94-minute runtime keeps the pace tight, and Ellison's direction ensures it lingers long after the credits roll—even without an IMDb rating, its creative ambition speaks volumes.
How long is Loud & Longing?
The film runs for 94 minutes.
About Loud & Longing (2023) — A raw, poetic dive into trauma and survival in New York's arts scene
In Isabel Ellison's raw and unflinching debut feature *Loud & Longing (2023)*, the New York City arts scene becomes a battleground for childhood friends Lucy and Lucien as they navigate the fallout of trauma, addiction, and grief. Their once-unshakable bond is tested when professional breakthroughs collide with the ghosts of their past, forcing them to confront the legacy of abuse and loss that still haunts their every move. Together with a ragtag family of artists, sex workers, and fellow survivors, they fight to reclaim their sanity—and their art—before the city's relentless grind consumes them entirely.
Shot through with the gritty energy of downtown theater and the haunting beauty of late-night subway rides, this 94-minute character study dives deep into the messy, human side of resilience. Ellison crafts a world where vulnerability is both a weapon and a wound, and where redemption might just be found in the unlikeliest of places.