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Georgia Bernstein's “Night Nurse” Debuts Sundance Scam Thriller

7/10/2026

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Georgia Bernstein's directorial debut “Night Nurse” premiered in Sundance’s NEXT section in January 2026.
The film is set in a luxury retirement community in a Chicago suburb.
Bruce McKenzie portrays Douglas, an enigmatic resident who draws caregiver Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) into phone scams.
Mimi Rogers plays Dr. Mann, the facility’s director overseeing the chaotic community.
Independent Film Company will release the movie in U.S. theaters on July 10, 2026.

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Story summary

Georgia Bernstein's directorial debut “Night Nurse” premiered in Sundance’s NEXT section in January 2026.
The film is set in a luxury retirement community in a Chicago suburb.
Bruce McKenzie portrays Douglas, an enigmatic resident who draws caregiver Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) into phone scams.
Mimi Rogers plays Dr. Mann, the facility’s director overseeing the chaotic community.
Independent Film Company will release the movie in U.S. theaters on July 10, 2026.