Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner have an offbeat crime romance heading toward a fresh audience after its theatrical release. The thriller combines a dangerous relationship with a story of escape, giving fans a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style movie that has found a warmer reception from critics than its box-office performance suggests.
Samara Weaving’s Carolina Caroline sets Netflix streaming date
A November arrival on Netflix will bring Carolina Caroline to U.S. subscribers on Nov. 6, according to What’s on Netflix. The film follows Caroline Daniels, portrayed by Weaving, as she tries to escape her life in a small West Texas community.
Her plans take a dangerous turn after she meets Oliver, a smooth-talking swindler played by Gallner. Their relationship soon spirals into a series of crimes that carries them across the American South.
Behind the camera, Adam Carter Rehmeier directs a script penned by Tom Dean, with production duties shared by Tim White, Trevor White, Stephen Braun, Eric B. Fleischman, Chris Abernathy and Chris Ward.
Rehmeier’s previous directing credits include Dinner in America and Snack Shack. The supporting cast includes Kyra Sedgwick as Deborah, Jon Gries as Hank and Tommy G. Kendrick as Charlie. Magnolia Pictures handled the movie’s theatrical release.
The performances by Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner are the film’s great strengths, with their on-screen romance helping the film stand out despite its familiar crime-story setup. Rotten Tomatoes reflects that positive critical reception, listing a 90% Tomatometer rating based on multiple reviews. The audience Popcornmeter sits at 78%.
Fans remain divided on whether the film delivers beyond its cast’s performances. While some have applauded the dialogue and the emotional punch of the story, others say its narrative turns are easy to anticipate. The IMDb score sits at 6.6 out of 10.
The movie’s theatrical run brought in roughly $392,000 worldwide, according to The Box Office Mojo. That total comprises $269,183 from domestic theaters and another $122,583 from international markets.
