Blue Jay

Two former lovers reunite in their hometown, confronting the past they left behind.

Critics broadly praised the film's natural performances, intimate two-hander structure, nostalgic atmosphere, and heartfelt romantic emotion.

• Jim and Amanda carry nearly the entire film through extended conversations and shared activities after their chance reunion.
• Former lovers Jim and Amanda meet again after years apart and revisit the relationship they left behind.
• The film emphasizes naturalistic, seemingly spontaneous dialogue and informal interaction between its leads.
• The black-and-white presentation reinforces the film's memory-driven atmosphere and intimate independent aesthetic.

• Before Sunsetintimate reunion between former lovers, naturalistic dialogue, nostalgic memory, and romantic melancholy
• 2 Days in Parisminimalist two-hander centered on unresolved intimacy, conversational realism, and emotional disclosure
• The Last Five Yearsnostalgic romantic drama using spontaneous conversation and a chance encounter to revisit youthful choices
• The One I Lovequiet independent romance about former partners confronting shared history and lingering affection

Director

Alex Lehmann

Release Date

2016-10-07

Runtime

80 min

Rating

7.0 / 10 (554)

What is Blue Jay about?

Two former lovers unexpectedly rediscover their chemistry while wandering through the hometown and memories they once abandoned.

What is Blue Jay like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Blue Jay as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Blue Jay violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Blue Jay.

What did critics think of Blue Jay?

Critics broadly praised the film's natural performances, intimate two-hander structure, nostalgic atmosphere, and heartfelt romantic emotion.

Which films are like Blue Jay?

Films with a similar feel include Before Sunset, 2 Days in Paris, The Last Five Years, and The One I Love.

How long is Blue Jay?

Blue Jay runs 80 minutes.

Where can I watch Blue Jay?

In United States, Blue Jay streams on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.