Auld Lang Syne (2016)

As the year draws to a close, theatre artists Steven and Vanessa open the doors of their parents' cabin, welcoming their tight-knit circle of friends for an annual New Year's Eve reunion. The ensemble includes Sadie, an actress grappling with her dreams, and her flamboyant surfer-cum-rock star boyfriend, Jude. Alongside them are Bryce, a buttoned-up accountant, and Jodie, a photojournalist carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders. The evening, typically filled with laughter and reminiscences, takes a dramatic turn when Jodie and Bryce unexpectedly detonate a relationship revelation over the dinner table. The fallout from this bombshell sparks a domino effect of confessions, threatening to shatter the carefully sculpted realities of each individual present. Auld Lang Syne peels back the layers of friendship and artistic passion, creating a poignant narrative that explores the question: How long is too long to chase your dreams? It is a contemplative exploration of the creative class, the looming specter of global warming, and the irresistible allure of a damn fine pie. The film invites viewers into a whirl of emotions, offering a stark reminder that truth, like life itself, can sometimes be as unpredictable and messy as the stroke of an artist’s brush.

Auld Lang Syne is a comedy movie featuring J.T. Arbogast and directed by Johanna McKeon.

It is possible to buy Auld Lang Syne on Apple TV and Vudu.