Directed by Sophy Romvari, 2025, Canada, Not Rated, 100 minutes

Set over the course of a summer in rural Ontario, Blue Heron follows a family navigating grief, shifting identities, and the quiet moments that reshape relationships. Told with remarkable sensitivity and visual intimacy, the film captures small gestures and ordinary conversations that reveal deeper emotional currents beneath the surface. Director Sophy Romvari expands her acclaimed short-film work into a richly observed feature debut centered on memory and connection. Following its festival premiere, the film earned praise for its delicate storytelling and emotional authenticity. Critics described Blue Heron as “a beautifully observed debut filled with grace and emotional precision,” celebrating Romvari’s ability to find profound meaning in everyday life.

Munson Film Series is sponsored by M&T Bank and by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.