In the mid-19th century, Emily Dickinson is writing prolifically, baking gingerbread, and enjoying a passionate, lifelong romantic relationship with another woman, her friend and sister-in-law Susan...yes this is the iconic American poet, popularly thought to have been a recluse.
“Wild Nights With Emily” may be Olnek’s most political film to date, one that could forever change the narrative of the world’s most famous woman poet.” - Jude Dry, Indiewire
“[Olnek’s] movie reclaims Emily’s identity.” - Amy Nicholson, Variety
“Wild Nights With Emily is refreshingly liberating in its laughter, but also rich in worthwhile lessons.” - Marisa Mirabel, Birth. Movies. Death