The narrative these days is that streaming invaders like cash-flush Amazon and Netflix are buying up all the indie films and leaving less room for indie distributors to survive or compete. Will the bubble burst and even things out? They could, but right now streaming outlets like Netflix are really turning film distribution on its head. Their latest acquisition is the feel-good Sundance hit, “The Fundamentals Of Caring.” Here’s the synopsis:
The film follows the story of Ben, a retired writer who becomes a caregiver after suffering a personal tragedy. After 6 weeks of training, Ben meets his first client, Trevor, a foul-mouthed 18-year-old with muscular dystrophy. One paralyzed emotionally, one paralyzed physically, Ben and Trevor take an impromptu road trip to all the places Trevor has become obsessed with while watching the local news, including their holy grail: the World’s Deepest Pit. Along the way, they pick up a smart-mouthed runaway and a mother-to-be who help test the pair’s survival skills outside of their calculated existence as they come to understand the importance of hope and true friendship.
“The Fundamentals Of Caring “ stars Paul Rudd, Craig Roberts, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Ehle, Megan Ferguson and Frederick Weller. The movie debuts Friday, June 24 exclusively on Netflix. Watch the trailer below or above when you click on the top image.