‘Somtimes I Think About Dying’ Trailer: Daisy Ridley Stars In Rachel Lambert’s Sundance Dramedy

For many people, Daisy Ridley will always be known as the star of the most recent “Star Wars” sequel trilogy films. Even though those ended in 2019 and she has gone on to make other films, the proverbial stink of “Star Wars” lingers all around Ridley to this day. (It sure won’t help matters that she is expected to return to the franchise in the future.) But for those hoping to see Ridley do more than swing a lightsaber and talk about The Force, you should probably check out “Sometimes I Think About Dying.”

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As seen in the trailer for the film, “Sometimes I Think About Dying” tells the story of a lonely woman, Fran, who is perfectly content with living her quiet life, working in her cubicle, and… well, not much else. Things really get thrown for a loop in Fran’s life when she meets new coworker, Robert, who is desperately trying to break through Fran’s rough outer shell and see who she really is. 

Joining Ridley in the cast are Dave Merheje, Parvesh Cheena, Marcia Debonis, Meg Stalter, and Brittany O’Grady. “Sometimes I Think About Dying” is directed by Rachel Lambert.

We were able to see the film at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, and in our mixed review, we said, “And despite one minor carrot about Fran’s upbringing, we truly know so little about her that something feels like it’s missing. Something that would make Fran’s emotional state resonate. And, in the end, unfortunately, that hole leaves you wanting.”

“Sometimes I Think About Dying” arrives in theaters on January 26, 2024. You can watch the trailer below.

Here’s the synopsis:

Lost on the dreary Oregon coast, Fran (Daisy Ridley) finds solace in her cubicle, listening to the constant hum of officemates and occasionally daydreaming to pass the time. She is ghosting through life, unable to pop her bubble of isolation, when a friendly new coworker, Robert (Dave Merheje), persistently tries to connect with her. Though it goes against every fiber of her being, she may have to give this guy a chance.