WHAT WE'VE BECOME

Cinemavixion Review

Jennifer Nelson's "What We've Become" offers a poignant exploration of family estrangement and the devastating grip of addiction. The film centers on Stephanie Golden, a successful writer who returns to her Kansas roots after her mother's health crisis, only to confront a family unraveling and her sister Monica's descent into substance abuse. The narrative masterfully balances the protagonist's internal conflict between her ambitions and her familial obligations with the raw, unflinching portrayal of a family's struggle. The performances, particularly from Diana Dresser, Crystal Arnette, and Michael Nuccio, are deeply resonant, capturing the complex emotional landscape of love, guilt, and desperation. With a commendable 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, this drama invites viewers into a challenging yet ultimately empathetic examination of the ties that bind us, even when frayed.