James White

James White (Christopher Abbott) is a troubled twenty-something trying to stay afloat in a frenzied New York City. He retreats further into a self-destructive, hedonistic lifestyle, but as his mother (Cynthia Nixon) battles a serious illness James is forced to take control of his life. As the pressure on him mounts, James must find new reserves of strength or risk imploding completely. This is a confident and closely observed directorial debut that explores loss and the deep relationship between a mother and son. Shot on location in New York City with an intimate visual style, "James White" follows its lead into deep, affecting places while still maintaining its fragile humanity.