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New Film 'A Prayer for the Dying' Premieres at Berlinale

2/12/2026

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The trailer for A Prayer for the Dying features Johnny Flynn, John C. Reilly, and Kristine Kujath Thorp.
It premiered at Berlinale's Perspectives section.
Dara Van Dusen directed the film, which is based on Stewart O’Nan's novel.
Set after the Civil War in Wisconsin, the film follows Jacob Hansen seeking a new life as an epidemic and wildfire test his town.

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Story summary

The trailer for A Prayer for the Dying features Johnny Flynn, John C. Reilly, and Kristine Kujath Thorp.
It premiered at Berlinale's Perspectives section.
Dara Van Dusen directed the film, which is based on Stewart O’Nan's novel.
Set after the Civil War in Wisconsin, the film follows Jacob Hansen seeking a new life as an epidemic and wildfire test his town.