Matriarch

This coming-of-age film tells the story of a single mother’s journey to overcome major depression as well as the economic pressures of post-2008 America.

Directed by Preston Thomas, Matriarch leans on a strong ensemble — Olivia Day, K.C. Wolf, Joshua Protzmann — 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 2021.