
Ry Russo-Young is an American independent filmmaker who gained recognition for her film "You Won't Miss Me, " which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2009 and won a Gotham Award. Her work extends beyond directing, as she has also appeared in Joe Swanberg's "Hannah Takes the Stairs. "
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Films
1. The Color Wheel

An objectionable comedy about disappointment and forgiveness.
Join in on a hilarious, uncomfortable road trip in "The Color Wheel". JR, an aspiring news-anchor, and her younger brother Colin must face old classmates and revisit their distant familial past during an awkward journey to move JR's belongings out of her professor-turned-lover's abode. This objectionable comedy explores themes of disappointment, forgiveness, and growth, revealing the complexity surrounding JR and Colin's strained bond while delving into the lives of those they run into along the way. Let the color wheel shine light on their journey and its impact on their familial heritage, all while keeping you entertained and guessing till the end.
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IMDb Rating: 6.6
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TMDb Rating: 6.462
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Metacritic Rating: 53
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Release Date: 2011-04-01
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Runtime: 83.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Budget: $19,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $12,400.0
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Status: Released
2. Hannah Takes the Stairs

When you don't know what you want, how can you know who you want?
Navigating the complexities of a budding romance, "Hannah Takes the Stairs" tells the story of recent college graduate Hannah, as she internships at a Chicago production company. Surrounded by two writers, Matt and Paul, she's drawn to both but doesn't know which one to pursue. This captivating tale raises the age-old question: when you don't know what you want, how can you know who you want? Prepare for a refreshing, heartfelt journey as you delve into the lives and desires of these young characters.
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IMDb Rating: 5.6
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TMDb Rating: 5.119
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Metacritic Rating: 63
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Release Date: 2007-08-22
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Runtime: 83.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Nuclear Family

Divided they fall.
In the late 70s/early 80s, when the idea of a gay family was unthinkable to most, "Nuclear Family" Director Ry Russo-Young showcases her own upbringing in a groundbreaking miniseries. The series follows Ry and her sister Cade, born to two lesbian mothers through sperm donors, and their idyllic childhood that's threatened by a shocking lawsuit. This three-episode miniseries, with the tagline "Divided they fall, " delves into the challenges and complexities of family, exploring the past while resonating in the present.
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Original Name: Nuclear Family
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TMDb Rating: 7.3
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Languages: ["en"]
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Episode Runtime: []
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Original Language: en
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Type: Miniseries
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First Air Date: 2021-09-26
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Last Air Date: 2021-10-10
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Number of Seasons: 1
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Number of Episodes: 3