Directed by Cole Webley, 2025, United States, Rated PG-13, 83 minutes
After a devastating family tragedy, a father (John Magaro) and his two children set out on an unexpected road trip across the American Midwest. What begins as a journey toward an uncertain destination gradually becomes an exploration of grief, resilience, and the enduring bonds between parent and child. Anchored by Magaro’s deeply affecting performance, Omaha balances heartbreak with moments of humor and tenderness, capturing both the beauty and hardship of ordinary lives. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, the film received widespread acclaim, with Variety praising it as “an emotionally resonant road movie that finds grace in the smallest moments,” while audiences responded strongly to its compassionate and authentic storytelling.
