Showtimes and Success of Four (2012)
Premiere and Festival Screenings
World Premiere of film Four (2012) was held on July 15, 2012 at the Los Angeles Film Festival (LAFF). The movie was scooping up early buzz for its standout performances and intimate narrative. At the event of the festival, the ensemble cast delivered a wholesome effort with actors like Wendell Pierce and Emory Cohen and Aja Naomi King and E. J. Bonilla accepting The Best Performance Narrative Competition award.
After its debut, Four was showcased at several notable festivals:
- Urbanworld Film Festival (September 2012) – Won Best Narrative Feature
- NewFest (New York City) – Featured as part of the festival’s independent cinema lineup
These screenings helped the film gain attention among independent film audiences and critics.
Theatrical Release
Four was given a limited theatrical release in the United States commencing on September 13, 2013, by 306 Releasing after performing on the festival circuit. The opening was scheduled in several cinema halls of big cities and aimed at viewers who were fond of independent drama and the films that won a prize at a film festival.
After having a cinema release, the film could be viewed through a video-on-demand service, where more people could enjoy its plot.
Critical Reception and Awards
The movie Four was praised for its emotional honesty, performances, and the way it adapted Christopher Shinn’s play to the screen. Critical highlights include:
Rotten Tomatoes rating:
67% based on six professional reviews (average 6.4/10)
Independent Spirit Awards 2013:
Wendell Pierce nominated for Best Male Lead
Black Reel Awards 2013:
Nominated for Outstanding Independent Film