Acclaimed director Lynne Ramsay returns after eight years with her new film Die My Love, arriving in theaters this November. The psychological drama, set in rural Montana, stars Jennifer Lawrence as a woman struggling to cope with motherhood, while Robert Pattinson plays her complex husband in this intense story.
A Gritty Tale of Psychological Struggle and Family Tension
Die My Love centers on Lawrence’s character, whose mental state blurs the lines between post-partum depression, psychosis, or personality disorder, offering a raw depiction of motherhood under immense pressure. The film also features veteran actors Sissy Spacek, Nick Nolte, and rising star LaKeith Stanfield, adding depth to the ensemble cast. Their performances complement the unsettling tone set by Ramsay’s atmospheric direction.
Premiere and Major Distribution Deal at Cannes
The film premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival this past May, where it captured significant attention. Streaming service and distributor Mubi secured the rights to Die My Love in a $24 million deal covering North America and several international markets. This acquisition follows Mubi’s earlier deal for the horror film The Substance, highlighting their growing presence in award-season cinema. The teaser for Die My Love notably references the same studio behind The Substance and producer Martin Scorsese, underscoring the film’s high profile.
Critical Responses Highlight the Film’s Emotional Intensity
Variety’s chief film critic Owen Gleiberman praised a pivotal scene where Lawrence’s character breaks down to Toni Basil’s song “Mickey,” writing,
“Ramsay has a lavish gift for staging that sort of baroque rock ‘n’ roll breakdown.”
This observation captures the film’s intense emotional texture and Ramsay’s skill at portraying complex psychological states without explicit diagnosis. Instead, audiences are invited into a vivid, sometimes unsettling exploration of a woman’s inner turmoil.
Director Lynne Ramsay’s Return to Form
Ramsay’s previous feature, You Were Never Really Here (2017), earned Joaquin Phoenix the best actor award at Cannes and tied for best screenplay with Yorgos Lanthimos’ Killing of a Sacred Deer. Die My Love continues Ramsay’s tradition of creating haunting, character-driven narratives that endure at major film festivals and award circuits.
Anticipation Builds Ahead of Theatrical Release
Die My Love is scheduled for theatrical release on November 7, promising a provocative and emotionally charged cinematic experience. With Robert Pattinson and Jennifer Lawrence leading the cast under Ramsay’s distinctive direction, the film is poised to spark conversation about mental health and family dynamics while competing in the upcoming awards season.
