It's a nicely shot and well made movie (plaudits to the production crew). The gentle story involves a mother and two adult daughters who are very convincingly played by the three lead actors. The other cast members are all quite capable. The narrative structure is rather desultory with a number of subplots, which include a couple of story elements which remain unresolved. A 'dramatic' scene towards the end is a bit out of character with the earlier tone of the movie. It's an easy watch involving nice, caring people ( so rare in indies nowadays) with some aspects of ambiguity threaded into the storyline. Overall the movie is quite 'feminine' -- but not a chick flick.
Plot summary
April returns home to Toronto after travelling and working abroad for several years to help her sister Sara care for their mother. Upon April's return, she unearths old family secrets in the backyard that threaten the gentle balance of home. Sara, who is studying the music of French composer Erik Satie, befriends a homeless man Erik who may have a connection to her mother's romantic past, while April equivocates on a marriage proposal from her long distance boyfriend whom she met on her travels. The story culminates on the eve of their mother's birthday dinner, when April's boyfriend arrives unannounced from Argentina and Sara's homeless friend shows up for the celebration.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
Director
Top cast
Oscar Moreno as Oscar
Tech specs
720p.WEB 1080p.WEB 858.05 MB
1280*682
English 2.0
NR
Movie Reviews
Reviewed by
Visually impressive urban social drama
Reviewed by
Fantastic Film!!!
Superbly crafted and intriguing story line. Gripping from start to finish. I didn't want it to end. These actors and actresses were so natural and engaging. Bravo for this masterpiece so artfully executed. Warren Sulatycky birthed this baby and we are so happy he did. And on such a small budget. Congratulations!!!!