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Directed by Clint Bentley, who co-wrote the screenplay with Greg Kwedar, TRAIN DREAMS showcases a dedicated team committed to bringing Johnson's vision to life. Bentley's direction promises to infuse ...

A good movie can feel like we’re experiencing it along with its characters. “Train Dreams” has that effect, to the point where it’s difficult to explain how it works. This adaptation of the 2011 ...