Showing Up

Showing Up is a 2022 American comedy-drama film co-written and directed by Kelly Reichardt, in her fourth collaboration with actress Michelle Williams. It follows a sculptor managing the competing attentions of her art, job, family, and friendships. The film had its world premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival on May 27, where it was nominated for the Palme d'Or. It was released theatrically in the United States by A24 on April 7, 2023. It received largely positive reviews, with particular praise for Williams' performance and Reichardt's direction. It was also named one of the top 10 independent films of 2023 by the National Board of Review. In 2024, the film received the Robert Altman Award at the 39th Independent Spirit Awards.