First-look images of Rose of Nevada have been revealed, showcasing roles from George MacKay (1917) and Callum Turner (Masters of the Air) in their latest feature-length drama. Directed by BAFTA winner Mark Jenkin (Bait), the mysterious time-travel drama follows two fishermen who set out to sea on a boat that had disappeared decades earlier, only to return and find themselves inexplicably thrust back in time. SH๏τ entirely on location in Cornwall, Rose of Nevada is expected to premiere at film festivals later in 2025.
As reported by ᴅᴇᴀᴅline, MacKay and Turner are about to board the eerie vessel in the first-look image for Rose of Nevada. MacKay is set to portray Nick, a fisherman struggling to provide for his young family, while Turner’s Liam is a newcomer seeking to escape his past. When the pair embark on a voyage aboard The Rose of Nevada, they return to shore only to realize they’ve been transported to the past and are mistaken for the boat’s original crew. Take a look at the image and read the full synopsis below:
In a forgotten fishing village, a boat mysteriously appears in the old harbour. The Rose of Nevada, lost at sea with all hands 30 years ago, has returned. For the few who remember, it’s a sign. The Rose of Nevada must go out to sea again, maybe then the luck of the devastated village will turn.
Nick (MacKay) takes a job aboard the boat in an attempt to provide for his young family. Alongside him, newly arrived Liam (Turner) joins the crew, desperate to escape his past. They head to sea and after a successful trip return to harbour. But something is amiss. They’ve slipped back in time and the villagers greet them as if they are the original crew.
What Rose Of Nevada’s First Look Image Means
A Haunting Tale Of Time, Fate, And The Sea
Rose of Nevada appears to embrace a slow-burn, psychological approach to time travel, intertwining maritime folklore with an eerie supernatural twist. Jenkin has previously established himself as a master of atmospheric storytelling with Bait, using analog film techniques—a vintage hand-cranked camera—to follow the life of a struggling fisherman in a picturesque Cornish village. His latest project seems to follow suit, with its unique premise offering a deep, haunting exploration of fate and idenтιтy among two wayward men of an isolated fishing village.
BAFTA nominees George McKay and Callum Turner are sure to shine in the upcoming Rose of Nevada, having demonstrated their talent for intense, character-driven performances across genres. Turner earned a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor in 2019 for his gripping role in the murder mystery show The Capture, where he played a former British corporal accused of murder. That same year, MacKay cemented himself as a leading actor with his emotionally charged performance in the war epic 1917. More recently, he showcased his dramatic prowess with an award-winning turn in the erotic thriller Femme (2023).
Our Take On Rose of Nevada’s First Look
A Thought-Provoking Spin On The Genre
With Rose of Nevada, Mark Jenkin is set to deliver another beautifully crafted film. With his signature style and Cornwall’s rugged coastal landscapes, the film’s dreamlike atmosphere is sure to set it apart from the more conventional time-travel movies. MacKay and Turner’s previous work suggest they’ll bring an authentic feel to their roles, making the film’s emotional core just as strong as its mystery. Given the director’s track record, and his talented ensemble, Rose of Nevada could be another standout work that blurs the lines between genre and arthouse cinema.
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