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Still from Thou Wast Mild and Lovely — Thou Wast Mild and Lovely (2014) — Josephine DeckerPhotographed by Ashley Connor

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Josephine Decker

Thou Wast Mild and Lovely

English / 2014 / 1h 18m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.28/5·2.5K ratings·659 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

The arrival of a handsome new farmhand threatens the balance between a farmer and his daughter.

Included in
Female Gaze: Women Directors + Women Cinematographers
Position 32
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May 2021
Position 87
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Directed by Josephine Decker
Position 4

Credits

Crew

DirectorJosephine Decker

WriterJosephine Decker

CinematographerAshley Connor

ComposerMolly Herron, Jeff Young

EditorDavid Barker, Josephine Decker, Steven Schardt

Cast

Joe Swanbergas Akin

Sophie Traubas Sarah

Robert Longstreetas Jeremiah

Kristin Slaysmanas Drew

Matt Ormeas Caren

Geoff Marslettas Richard

Erica McClureas Robin

Shelley Delaney

Bennett Alderdiceas Jack

Brooklyn Shuckas Cooper

Thou Wast Mild and Lovely (2014) | Criteria