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Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet Opens in Limited Release to Strong Reviews and Intense Reactions

Early reviews single out the leads’ performances, with some critics cautioning that its grief is unflinching.

Overview

  • Focus Features launched the film in select U.S. theaters on Nov. 26, with a nationwide expansion scheduled for Dec. 12.
  • Critics largely praise Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, as well as Łukasz Żal’s cinematography and Max Richter’s score.
  • Reports describe a polarizing response that includes walkouts at festival screenings alongside extended applause.
  • TIFF’s People’s Choice Award has fueled awards-season momentum and positioned the film as a contender.
  • Awards chatter is growing around Buckley, though a claim of an Oscar nomination appears in only one outlet and remains unconfirmed; a streaming debut is expected later on Peacock.