Official Trailer for ‘Brother Orange’ Documentary About Two Friends

“This is a true story. About identity.” Gravitas has unveiled the official trailer for the documentary Brother Orange, directed by Abe Forman-Greenwald. This film, officially titled Brother Orange: The Movie, recounts the remarkable real-life events surrounding a BuzzFeed writer whose phone was stolen. Many may recall this intriguing tale, as writer Matt Stopera extensively documented it through a series of articles published between 2014 and 2015. His stolen iPhone resurfaced in China, where it was purchased by a man who took selfies in front of an orange tree. Matt traveled to meet him, forming a friendship with the man, known as “Brother Orange” or Li Hongjun. The story is rich with more than just their initial encounter. As they approach the 10-year anniversary of their friendship, this extraordinary narrative highlights the profound impact of personal connections between two everyday individuals—one American and one Chinese—who rise above political divides to cultivate a deep bond. This documentary appears to be a wonderful adaptation of a compelling story that deserves to be seen.

Check out the official trailer and poster for Abe Forman-Greenwald’s documentary Brother Orange on YouTube:

In 2014, BuzzFeed writer Matt Stopera experienced a phone theft at a New York City bar. A year later, his iPhoto stream unexpectedly filled with images of storefronts and a man posing near an orange tree. After writing an article about this mystery, it quickly went viral in China, where users identified the man as “Brother Orange.” Invited to China, Matt became a sensation, and as the media closely followed their journey, he and Brother Orange developed a profound friendship that overcame cultural and language barriers. When Brother Orange visited the US, Matt confronted his fears by revealing his true self—coming out to his new friend. Years later, after being separated during the pandemic, Brother Orange sent a hopeful video message expressing his desire for a reunion. Brother Orange is directed by Abe Forman-Greenwald, who is making his feature debut after producing for the series Big Mouth and Human Resources. The film is produced by Sam Linder. Gravitas Ventures is set to release Brother Orange directly to VOD in the US starting January 21st, 2025. Who’s excited to watch?

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Persons metioned

Alex Billington, Abe Forman-Greenwald, Matt Stopera, Li Hongjun, Sam Linder

Companies mentioned

Gravitas, BuzzFeed, Gravitas Ventures

Content titles mentioned

Brother Orange, Brother Orange: The Movie, Big Mouth, Human Resources

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