Released in 2020
Genre- Drama
10/10
Main Cast: Frances McDormand
Screenplay: Chloé Zhao
(Based on the book “Nomadland” by Jessica Bruder)
Direction- Chloé Zhao

Logo of Nomadland (2020), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons


BRIEF INTRODUCTION Story about a woman, who after losing her husband, decides to spend her life as a lone traveler, eventually becoming a nomad along with the journey.

My comments A stellar performance by Frances McDormand, the powerhouse of acting, the secondary cast also acted well. The simplicity of the screenplay and dialogues attracts one to become a part of the movie, the script values the character study very well. It gives the feeling of nostalgic completeness at points when Fern is reciting the poem or revisiting her husband’s workplace or her old residence. The background music soothes the feeling of isolation that you feel for the character as a nomad while watching the film. A quality picture that gives you a deep view of actual nomad life experience, how they really spend their life van dwelling from one place to another.

P.S. Nomadland won several accolades, including three Academy Awards (2021), best actress for McDormand, best director for Zhao, and best film.