Cusp is a documentary film directed by Parker Hill and Isabel Bethencourt, and produced by Zachary Luke Kislevitz. The film is set in a military town in Texas and follows three teenage girls, Autumn, Brittney, and Aaloni, as they navigate through the complexities of adolescence.
Throughout the film, viewers witness the intense and often tumultuous lives of these girls as they struggle with themes such as relationships, sexuality, substance abuse, and violence. The girls are shown partying, drinking, and experimenting with drugs while trying to fit in and find their place among their peers. They also face challenges at home, including domestic violence, toxic family dynamics, and economic hardship.
Despite the challenges these girls face, they also demonstrate resilience, courage, and a fierce determination to overcome their circumstances. Through their experiences, viewers are invited to consider the impact of toxic masculinity, societal pressures, and the intersection of race, class, and gender on adolescent girls.
Cusp is a powerful and unflinching look at the realities of growing up in America, and a compelling portrait of three extraordinary young women as they navigate the dark corners of their adolescence. The film premiered at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival and has received critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of teenage life.
