Coming in September from Janus Contemporaries: TÓTEM on Blu-ray and DVD

Lila Avilés's (The Chambermaid) stunning sophomore effort—a warmly observed, poignantly funny, and emotionally expansive study of the ways we cope with grief Coming in September Janus Contemporaries releases Blu-ray and DVD editions of first-run films, fresh from theaters, featuring new interviews with the filmmakers, in association with the Criterion Channel. Tótem Directed by Lila Avilés In a bustling Mexican household, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in the whirlwind of preparations for her terminally ill father’s birthday party. As the day builds to an event both anticipated and dreaded, Sol and her family begin to understand the gravity of this year’s celebration. Lila Avilés (The Chambermaid) directs a dynamic ensemble cast in this stunning sophomore effort—a warmly observed, poignantly funny, and emotionally expansive study of the ways we cope with grief. Available September 10 “One of the finest movies you’ll see this year.” —Manohla Dargis, The New York Times (Critic's Pick) “An exquisite, emotionally overwhelming drama. Avilés pulls you into the action with a depth and force of feeling.” —Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times “A luminous and soul-nourishing microcosm built on profound love in the face of impending grief.” —Carlos Aguilar, The Playlist "A masterpiece." —David Fear, Rolling Stone WINNER – BERLIN FILM FESTIVAL 2023 Ecumenical Jury Prize NOMINEE – FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS 2024 Best International Film NOMINEE – GOTHAM AWARDS 2023 Best International Feature For further information on Criterion and Janus Contemporaries products, please visit our website at [criterion.com.]( To start streaming the Criterion Channel, please visit [criterionchannel.com.]( If you are not already on our mailing list and would like to be added, please [click here]( to register at [criterion.com.]( To unsubscribe, [click here.]( © 2024 The Criterion Collection :: 215 Park Ave S. New York, NY 10003