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‘The Accidental Getaway Driver’ Wins Sundance Director Award

2/3/2025

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Sing J. Lee's gripping film "The Accidental Getaway Driver" made a stunning debut at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, earning him the coveted Director award. The intense drama centers on Long, an elderly Vietnamese cab driver caught in a harrowing hostage situation with escaped convicts. Critics have lauded the film's suspense and Nghia's standout performance. Catch it in limited theaters starting February 28.

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Story summary

Sing J. Lee's gripping film "The Accidental Getaway Driver" made a stunning debut at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, earning him the coveted Director award. The intense drama centers on Long, an elderly Vietnamese cab driver caught in a harrowing hostage situation with escaped convicts. Critics have lauded the film's suspense and Nghia's standout performance. Catch it in limited theaters starting February 28.