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Tangles: Animated Alzheimer's Story Hits Theaters Soon
21 Oct
Summary
- The film is an adult animated biographical drama based on a graphic novel.
- It premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received award nominations.
- The story follows a young woman caring for her mother with Alzheimer's.
The official trailer for "Tangles," an adult animated biographical drama, has been unveiled. Directed by Leah Nelson and based on Sarah Leavitt's graphic novel, the film features voice talents including Seth Rogen and Bryan Cranston.
"Tangles" premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, earning nominations for the Caméra d'Or and the Queer Palm. The movie is set for a limited theatrical release on January 15, 2027, with a wider national release following on January 22, 2027.
The film centers on Sarah, who returns home to care for her mother, Midge, after her Alzheimer's diagnosis. The trailer showcases the film's distinctive black-and-white animation and its poignant narrative about family bonds enduring amidst memory loss. Seth Rogen, also a producer, described the film as an emotional journey that blends sadness and joy.
