Smithereens

Set against the gritty backdrop of early 1980s New York City, this film follows the journey of Wren, a young woman with dreams of making it big in the punk rock scene. Directed by Susan Seidelman, the movie captures the raw energy and desperation of its protagonist as she navigates a world filled with colorful characters and fleeting opportunities. Featuring standout performances by Susan Berman and Richard Hell, the film is a vivid portrayal of ambition and survival in an unforgiving urban landscape. Interestingly, it was one of the first American independent films to be selected for the Cannes Film Festival. You can watch it for free on Soap2day.