Finding Home (2003) 5.4
Inheriting her grandmother's remote island Inn causes Amanda to re-evaluate her life and decisions. Director:Lawrence David Foldes |
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Finding Home (2003) 5.4
Inheriting her grandmother's remote island Inn causes Amanda to re-evaluate her life and decisions. Director:Lawrence David Foldes |
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| Lisa Brenner | ... |
Amanda
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| Misha Collins | ... |
Dave
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| Geneviève Bujold | ... |
Katie
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| Louise Fletcher | ... |
Esther
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| Jeannetta Arnette | ... |
Grace
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| Sherri Saum | ... |
Candace
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| Johnny Messner | ... | ||
| Andrew McGlothlin | ... |
CJ
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| Justin Henry | ... |
Prescott
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| Jason Miller | ... |
Lester Brownlow
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| Jennifer O'Kain | ... |
Young Esther
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Laura Thoren | ... |
Young Amanda
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| Kyle Gallner | ... |
Young Dave
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| Alexandra Palmari | ... |
Little Amanda
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Sandy Ward | ... |
Julian the Lobsterman
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The story focuses on an ambitious young executive, Amanda, who inherits a lovely B&B on a remote island in Maine when her grandmother dies. She arrives with every intent of selling it all off and going back to her busy career, but in going through her grandmother's belongings, she discovers much about her family's past which ultimately makes her re-evaluate her life and values. Amanda is faced with making right decisions amidst trying circumstances. The film also addresses important social and psychological issues such as sexual responsibility, divorce, abuse, deception and false memory syndrome. Written by Clear Star Pictures
This movie moved me in a very profound and subtle way. So much so, that I watched this movie twice, listened to the directors talk thru, watched every little snippet of the DVD. Finally, I tracked down the creators of this movie to share my experience. Never done any of that before! (& i don't know the writers, but would like too!)
First off, the location is magical. I was transported to a most amazing place in Maine. The beautiful scenery captured my heart right off. Then the characters. I loved that they were real actors, not Hollywood big names. I cared about Amanda and thru that empathy was able to very easily give myself over to her as she genuinely transformed thru her experience of returning home.
I cried, laughed and was transported to a place that smelled of a curious memory of moments long ago. Snuggle with some snacks, your favorite chair and a blanket...and enjoy! One of my top 10 favorite movies ever! Ignore any bad press and see this movie! It's so special!