After serving time in prison, former drug addict Sherry Swanson returns home to reclaim her young daughter from family members who have been raising the child. Sherry's family, especially her sister-in-law, doubt Sherry's ability to be a good mother, and Sherry finds her resolve to stay clean slowly weakening.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.
This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.
A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.
Director: Laurie Collyer
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Sherry Swanson
Brad William Henke
Bobby Swanson
Sam Bottoms
Bob Swanson Sr.
Giancarlo Esposito
Parole Officer Hernandez
Bridget Barkan
Lynette Swanson
Ryan Simpkins
Alexis Parks
Kate Burton
Marcia Swanson
Rio Hackford
Andy Kelly
Danny Trejo
Dean Walker
Michelle Hurst
Dorothy Washington
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