Acclaimed actress Olivia Colman and Emmy winner John Lithgow star alongside a talented young cast in the new drama 'Jimpa', a semi-autobiographical exploration of the modern family. Directed by Sophie Hyde, known for her critically-acclaimed film 'Good Luck to You, Leo Grande,' the movie delves into the lives of three generations of a queer community.
At its core, 'Jimpa' tells the story of filmmaker Hannah (Colman), who takes her trans non-binary teen, Frances, on a trip to Amsterdam to visit her gay father, Jim (Lithgow). However, when Frances decides to stay in Amsterdam for an entire year, Hannah is forced to confront her past and her parenting choices.
According to John Lithgow, the film's themes are particularly relevant today. "I think it's a sign of the times," he said during an interview at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. "This is not just a great film; it really is an important film for this moment."
For director Sophie Hyde, 'Jimpa' holds personal significance as she cast actors who could bring a high level of empathy to their roles. The character of Frances was played by Aud Mason-Hyde, the filmmaker's own child, making her feature film debut.
Hyde praised Olivia Colman's acting abilities, stating that "you don't want to fiddle with that too much" when working with talented actors like herself. Meanwhile, Mason-Hyde hopes audiences take away a message of acceptance and love for queerness and difference from the film.
'Jimpa' first made headlines at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival before serving as the opening night gala for the Adelaide Film Festival. The movie will open in theaters on February 6, offering viewers a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of modern family life within the context of a queer community.
At its core, 'Jimpa' tells the story of filmmaker Hannah (Colman), who takes her trans non-binary teen, Frances, on a trip to Amsterdam to visit her gay father, Jim (Lithgow). However, when Frances decides to stay in Amsterdam for an entire year, Hannah is forced to confront her past and her parenting choices.
According to John Lithgow, the film's themes are particularly relevant today. "I think it's a sign of the times," he said during an interview at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. "This is not just a great film; it really is an important film for this moment."
For director Sophie Hyde, 'Jimpa' holds personal significance as she cast actors who could bring a high level of empathy to their roles. The character of Frances was played by Aud Mason-Hyde, the filmmaker's own child, making her feature film debut.
Hyde praised Olivia Colman's acting abilities, stating that "you don't want to fiddle with that too much" when working with talented actors like herself. Meanwhile, Mason-Hyde hopes audiences take away a message of acceptance and love for queerness and difference from the film.
'Jimpa' first made headlines at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival before serving as the opening night gala for the Adelaide Film Festival. The movie will open in theaters on February 6, offering viewers a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of modern family life within the context of a queer community.
so another film about queerness and families... can't we just focus on something else for once? 
like the fact that this movie is actually kinda good tho, Olivia Colman's acting is top notch as always 
. The casting of her own kid in a major role is super cool too, shows Sophie Hyde is all about representation 
. But let's be real, it's still a dramatized take on the lives of a queer family... we don't know their actual stories, but I guess that's what makes for a good movie, right? 
! They're like two peas in a pod, you know? And I love that they're both on board with this project because it's really tackling some heavy stuff - family dynamics, identity, acceptance... it's all so relatable. The fact that Sophie Hyde cast her own kid in the lead role is just pure genius 
, and I can see why she wanted to keep her talents to herself! Aud Mason-Hyde is going to slay it on screen, no doubt 
. And honestly, I think John Lithgow's right on point when he says this film is "an important film for this moment" 
... we need more stories like 'Jimpa' out there that are having real conversations about what it means to be a family and how love comes in all shapes and sizes 
, and John Lithgow as Jim is just pure perfection. And the casting of Aud Mason-Hyde, who's also Sophie's kid! 
That's like the ultimate sign that this movie is coming from a place of love and authenticity. I'm all about acceptance and love for queerness and difference, you know? 
It's so refreshing to see movies like 'Jimpa' that are unapologetically queer and focused on telling these important stories. February 6 can't come soon enough! 
. I'm totally sold on this movie already! Can't wait to see it on Feb 6 
. Can't wait for this movie to come out and get some much-needed conversations started about family, love, and acceptance 
. And I'm loving the Sundance vibes 
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. i love how the film is semi-autobiographical for sophie hyde, it's clear she put so much of herself into this project and it shows on screen. the themes of acceptance and love are just what we need more of in our lives right now 
. I'm really looking forward to seeing how 'Jimpa' tackles some of the tough topics like parenting, love, and acceptance 
. Can't wait to see this one on the big screen!
I'm defo gonna watch this on opening night at the Adelaide Film Festival! Can't wait to be moved by such a great story 
And can we talk about Olivia Colman for a sec? She's always been so talented but in this role she just seems...mature and wise 
. Aud Mason-Hyde too, I loved her acting - she has such an interesting energy to her performances 
. Plus, it's so great that 'Jimpa' is shining a light on queer issues right now. We need more movies like this! 
. The casting is amazing, especially with Olivia Colman and John Lithgow leading the charge 
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. The way the director, Sophie Hyde, weaves together the story of Hannah and Frances is masterful 
! Can we talk about how relevant this film feels right now? The themes of acceptance and love are so needed, especially in today's world 
. What I love most about this movie is how it tackles tough issues like identity and acceptance with such care and sensitivity