LFF: The Mastermind (CTBA)

Josh O’Connor stars in Kelly Reichardt’s smartly crafted heist film.
Tue 14 Oct 20:15
Tue 14 Oct
20:15
  • Tue 14 Oct
    20:15 From Tue 16 Sep 12:00
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1970s America has witnessed a generational chasm and a society torn apart by Vietnam. But JB Mooney, an unemployed carpenter, is oblivious to these cultural changes as he bumbles towards a major art heist.

Kelly Reichardt’s (First Cow) smartly crafted drama offers a sensitive political critique of our times, and a quietly thoughtful examination of what we owe ourselves, as well as our familial and social tribes.

With its jazzy score, period detailing and nuanced performances – including a superb Josh O’Connor – it’s a cinematic joy from the get-go. 

Presented as part of the 69th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express.

LFF: The Mastermind (CTBA)
Director
Kelly Reichardt
Cast
Josh O’Connor, Alana Haim, Hope Davis
Duration
110 min
Opening
Tue 14 Oct
Year
2025
Country
United States
Language
English

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