Sophy Romvari's semi-autobiographical drama touches on her childhood in British Columbia and her family's experience of tragedy. Blue Heron has won numerous prizes at international film festivals.
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A filmmaker tries to make sense of her past in the achingly sad 'Blue Heron'
Sophy Romvari's semi-autobiographical drama touches on her childhood in British Columbia and her family's experience of tragedy. <em>Blue Heron</em> has won numerous prizes at international film festivals.
Published April 24, 2026, 11:20 AM
Updated May 15, 2026, 8:50 PM513
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