Completed - ENGLISH-UNITED STATES - Drama - 110 minutes
A woman’s journey from despair to hope inspires others toward healing
Year of production : 2022 Director(s) : Timothy ZWICA, Jennifer SCOTT Writer(s) : Andy GOLUB , Jennifer SCOTT Cast : Jennifer SCOTT, Edie MCCLURG, Joe ESTEVEZ, Becky THYRE Producer(s) : Jennifer SCOTT (Open Eyes Productions)
Amidst the gravity of a mental health crisis, laughter emerges as an unexpected medicine. Taren Foley, after surviving two suicide attempts, finds herself in a mental health facility. Initially alienating herself, her unplanned extended stay leads her to foster connections and share laughter with fellow patients. Although she remains troubled, her journey sparks hope and unexpected joy, suggesting a brighter, albeit uncertain, future.
Country(ies) : USA
Bare Bones International Film & Music Festival 2022 (Best Producer, Best Director, Best Writer, Best Actress, Best First Time Filmmaker, Winner) Oz International Film Festival 2022 (Best Actress, Winner)London Independent Film Awards 2023 (Best Actress, Winner)Manhattan International Film Festival 2023 (Best First Time Filmmaker, Winner)New York Independent Cinema Awards 2023 (Best Producer, Winner)Tokyo International Monthly Film Festival 2023 (Best Acting, Winner)Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival 2023 (Best Original Script, Winner)