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"Train Dreams" Heater: Netflix Unveils Joel Edgerton's Celebration of America's Heartland
"Train Dreams" Heater: Netflix Unveils Joel Edgerton's Celebration of America's Heartland

"Train Dreams" Heater: Netflix Unveils Joel Edgerton's Celebration of America's Heartland

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By Declan B.

- Jul 29, 2025

Here's a sight for movie lovers' sore eyes - Netflix just rolled out the trailer for the much-anticipated and critically acclaimed drama, "Train Dreams." This epic saga, with Australian powerhouse Joel Edgerton at the helm, is a cinematic adaptation of Denis Johnson’s widely adored novella which left audiences spellbound at Sundance.

Enter the life of everyman Robert Grainier, masterfully played by Edgerton. Grainier’s tale is a narrative woven around the rough yet romantic lives of loggers and rail workers in the period of rapid American metamorphosis at the of dawn of the 20th century. Besides Edgerton, the film's glittering cast includes the talented Felicity Jones, Nathaniel Arcand, Clifton Collins Jr., John Diehl, and Paul Schneider, along with Kerry Condon and the evergreen William H. Macy. Adding a captivating voice to this stimulating visual landscape is the brilliant narration by Will Patton.

The film's dynamic and gripping narrative is skillfully brought to life by the directorial prowess of Clint Bentley. Bentley, together with Greg Kwedar, penned down an emotive script for "Train Dreams." Remember them? Yes, they were the dynamic duo who presented us with the Oscar-nominated “Sing Sing.” Heads up, international movie buffs! The film is making its global debut at the much-anticipated Toronto International Film Festival this year. For those of you eyeing your calendars, it hits select theaters on Nov. 7 and premieres on Netflix on Nov. 21.

"Train Dreams" left Variety’s chief film critic, Peter Debruge, thoroughly impressed. Post its Sundance premiere, Debruge hailed Edgerton as "the real deal" and encapsulated the film as "a meditative mosaic, celebrating the Puritan work ethic that shaped this country through the joys and sorrows of an itinerant worker."

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What's a drama without a soul-touching score? This film brings enchanting music courtesy of Academy Award nominee and Grammy champ Bryce Dessner (“The Two Popes,” “The Revenant”). Add to that mix, the visually arresting cinematography laid out by Adolpho Veloso, the production design by Alexandra Schaller, and the magical edits by Parker Laramie, everything underscored by the authentic costuming by Malgosia Turzanska.

The people behind the scenes who transformed this dream into reality are producers Marissa McMahon, Teddy Schwarzman, William Janowitz, Ashley Schlaifer, and Michael Heimler. Not just content with wielding the acting mantle, Edgerton wore the hat of the executive producer for this film. And if you're wondering about the pockets that financed this magnum opus, the credit goes to Black Bear.

Get your popcorn ready. The "Train Dreams" ride beckons!

OUR RATING

8 / 10

Netflix's movie "Train Dreams," a soulful, yet gritty tribute to early 20th century blue-collar America, narrated by Joel Edgerton and lavishly praised at Sundance, now has a gripping trailer.