Produced by a team including Matt Damon and John Krasinski (who also originated the initial concept).
Shot by Jody Lee Lipes using Arri Alexa XT and Canon K35 lenses.
Composed by Lesley Barber, featuring a mix of choral and classical pieces that emphasize the film's somber tone.
The film explores heavy themes of depression, grief, responsibility , and the reality that some emotional wounds may never fully heal.
The film earned six Academy Award nominations, winning for Best Actor (Casey Affleck) and Best Original Screenplay (Kenneth Lonergan). Technical Details
The story follows , a solitary and irritable janitor living in Boston. After the sudden death of his older brother, Joe, Lee reluctantly returns to his hometown of Manchester-by-the-Sea. He is shocked to learn that Joe's will names him the sole legal guardian of his 16-year-old nephew, Patrick .
