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Debut Film 'The Incomer' Captivates Sundance with Heart and Humor

1/24/2026

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The Incomer, Louis Paxton's debut film, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
It is set on a Scottish island where siblings Isla and Sandy resist Daniel, a land recovery coordinator sent to evict them.
Critics praise its humor and heart, highlighting Isla's eccentricity, Sandy's innocence, and performances by Gayle Rankin and Domhnall Gleeson.
Although the tone fluctuates, the film delivers a poignant message about change and connection, with uneven execution.

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Story summary

The Incomer, Louis Paxton's debut film, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
It is set on a Scottish island where siblings Isla and Sandy resist Daniel, a land recovery coordinator sent to evict them.
Critics praise its humor and heart, highlighting Isla's eccentricity, Sandy's innocence, and performances by Gayle Rankin and Domhnall Gleeson.
Although the tone fluctuates, the film delivers a poignant message about change and connection, with uneven execution.