We Strangers

We Strangers is a 2024 American drama film, written and directed by Anu Valia in her film directorial debut. It stars Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Tina Lifford, Sarah Goldberg, Maria Dizzia, Kara Young, Hari Dhillon, Paul Adelstein and Mischa Reddy.
It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 9, 2024. It was released on August 22, 2025, by Quiver Distribution.

Cast

Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Ray Martin
Tina Lifford as Willie Martin
Sarah Goldberg as Tracy Patel
Maria Dizzia as Jean Laich
Kara Young as Mari Winters
Hari Dhillon as Neeraj Patel
Paul Adelstein as Ed Laich
Mischa Reddy as Sunny Patel

Production

In July 2021, it was announced Anu Valia would direct the film from a screenplay she wrote, with Olivia Wingate set to serve as producer. The film has received support from Cinereach, Hamptons International Film Festival, Tribeca Film Institute, In April 2023, it was announced Kirby Howell-Baptiste and Sarah Goldberg had joined the cast of the film, with principal photography taking place in Indiana.

Release

It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 9, 2024. It was released on August 22, 2025.

Reception

On IndieWire, Christian Zilko rated it an A− writing that "Valia masterfully illustrates the tensions among the complex system of social graces that fuel elite society." On Austin Chronicle, Dex Wesley Parra wrote: "Even if at times certain conceits need refinement, the bold choices and ideas presented strike such a singular tone that it’s hard not to look forward to more from this filmmaker."