Award-Winning Indie Drama “What Tomorrow Brings” Arrives on Digital July 24

What Happens When the Secrets You Keep Are the Only Things Protecting You?

Following a successful festival run, Buffalo 8 is set to release the poignant family drama What Tomorrow Brings on all digital platforms on July 24, 2026, with pre-orders beginning July 10.

A Story of Secrets and Survival

The film follows Clara (Joely Engelbert) as she balances the weight of senior year with the responsibility of caring for her younger sister, Ruby (Phoebe Engelbert), after the loss of their mother. As Clara nears a breaking point, she must fight to protect Ruby while guarding a devastating secret that threatens to shatter their world. At its heart, the film explores the unbreakable bond between sisters and the roles of fate and faith in their darkest hours.

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A Unique “Family Affair” Production

A true family collaboration, the film was written, directed, and produced by Matthew Engelbert, starring his daughters Joely and Phoebe, who both contributed to the writing. The entire Engelbert family contributed to the production, handling everything from the soundtrack and sound design (Eli Engelbert) to hair, makeup, and cinematography assistance (Ariel and Zoey Engelbert).

Technical Innovation and Critical Acclaim

What Tomorrow Brings stands out for its unique technical approach: it was shot entirely on an iPhone 15 Pro Max using full-scene takes without any internal cuts. This immersive style has already garnered significant recognition; Joely Engelbert won Best Actress at the film’s World Premiere at the Santa Fe Film Festival, and the production was named Best Feature at the Saints and Sinners Film Festival. With a runtime of 1:36:57, this unrated film also features an original song by Zoey Engelbert and was showcased at the Richmond International Film Festival.