Is Chloé Zhao’s Nomadland, starring Frances McDormand, really one of the best American movies of the year?
We discuss Zhao’s documentary-like approach, its Terrence Malick inspirations, and the film’s narrative (or rather the lack of one).
Nomadland is available on Hulu.
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