'Sorry, Baby' writer Eva Victor: 'I tried to create a film that I feel like I needed'
Briefly

Sorry, Baby is a unique film following Agnes, a graduate student turned professor, dealing with the aftermath of a sexual assault referred to as "the bad thing." The nonlinear storytelling unfolds over several years in a college town, showcasing a blend of unspoken grief, mundane cruelty, and dry humor. Written, directed and starring Eva Victor, the film emphasizes the surreal nature of trauma while still allowing space for laughter and tenderness. It was produced by Barry Jenkins and opened in theaters in June, expanding its release in subsequent months.
Sorry, Baby is a tender, offbeat film about life before and after a sexual assault, sold to A24 for $8 million after a bidding frenzy.
The film features Agnes, a graduate student turned professor, navigating the surreal aftermath of a traumatic event never shown onscreen.
Eva Victor's unexpected tone balances unspoken grief and mundane cruelty with dry humor, adding laughter and tenderness despite heavy subject matter.
Victor explains, 'I don't really know how to write a straight drama,' highlighting the absurdity and humor found in surreal experiences.
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