Dada

On the eve of her 16th birthday, a daughter and her dad drive around the perimeter of a nuclear power plant, reading books, and creating seemingly harmless nonsense games. The film invokes the erosion of language, the failure of mentorship, and the threat of the abyss.

Directed by Aaron Poole, Dada leans on a strong ensemble — James Gilbert, Ciara Alexys, Joyce Cyr — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2024.