Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Tow: Tribeca Film Review Highlights True Story of Unhoused Woman
The movie 'Tow' tells the true story of Amanda Ogle, a woman without a home in Seattle whose car was stolen and then towed.
When she went to retrieve it, she was told it would cost her money.
Unable to pay, her car was held, leading to a long legal fight.
The movie shows her struggle with the legal system and her life, including her interactions with other people in a shelter and her desire to reunite with her daughter.
The film features Rose Byrne as the lead and shows her perseverance.
The film 'Tow' premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, starring Rose Byrne.
The movie is based on the true story of an unhoused Seattle woman's year-long battle to retrieve her car.
Amanda Ogle, the real-life woman, is an Executive Producer of the film.
The legal battle involved a car being stolen, towed, and accumulating storage fees.
The film showcases Ogle's daily life and interactions with other unhoused individuals.
- Who
- Amanda Ogle, played by Rose Byrne, and various cast members
- What
- A film about a woman's battle to get her car back.
- When
- The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
- Where
- Seattle, and at a church shelter
- Why
- The movie tells a story of perseverance and human spirit while showing some of the struggles that unhoused people face.
- Director
- Stephanie Laing
- Lead Actress
- Rose Byrne
- Real-life Subject and Executive Producer
- Amanda Ogle
- Festival
- Tribeca Film Festival
- Running time
- 1 hr 45 mins
- Premise
- Based on a True Story