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This February, Sundance Now is doing what they do best – delivering some little-known gems just waiting for you to discover them. With French films, riveting documentaries, and top-notch dramas, there’s no shortage of cinematic magic for your queue this February. The most exciting thing hitting the platform, however, is This Close, the Sundance Now original series created by and starring deaf actors Shoshannah Stern and Josh Feldman. This is one you definitely don’t want to sleep on, so get ready to clear your Valentine’s Day plans. Here’s what’s new on Sundance Now this February.
Available February 5
Heidi Fleiss: Hollywood Madam (1995)
Available February 8
The System (2014)
Available February 12
Mood Indigo (2013)
Starring Amelie‘s Audrey Tatou, this French film follows an inventive, wealthy young bachelor who resolves to find a cure for his wife Chloe (Tatou) after she comes down with a mysterious illness. The only cure? She must be surrounded by fresh flowers – or she’ll die. Rife with rich visuals and moving performances, this unique little fairytale of a film is more than worth your while.
[Stream Mood Indigo on Sundance Now February 12]
Rebels of The Neon God (1992)
Available February 14
This Close: Season 1 *Sundance Now Original
Created by and starring Shoshannah Stern and Josh Feldman, this series follows best friends Kate and Michael (Stern and Feldman), two deaf best friends who try to balance their personal and professional lives as they navigate the wild waters of struggling through creative issues and broken hearts. A groundbreaking series brimming with sincerity and smarts, This Close may just become your new favorite show.
*The first two episodes released February 14, then a new episode every Wednesday for the remaining four episodes*
[Stream This Close on Sundance Now February 14]
Now The Discussion: This Close (2018) *Sundance Now Original
Available February 19
The Dog (2013)
This intimate portrait tells the story of John Wojtowicz, the real-life inspiration behind Al Pacino’s character in classic film Dog Day Afternoon. Filmed over the course of a ten-year period by co-directors Allison Berg and Frank Keraudren, this fascinating documentary tells the true story of Wojtowicz’s legendary libido, heist gone wrong, and the societal and cultural impacts of his actions.
[Stream The Dog on Sundance Now February 19]
Here Come the Videofreex! (2015)
Available February 22
Black Lake: Season 1 (2016)
Available February 26
Louise by the Shore (2016)