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Scene from feature film "schism" featuring Terry Smith (Neil) and Rhia Lyons (Jessica).  The story of one man's descent into the world of Alzheimer's dementia.  Directed by John C. Lyons.  © 2008 Lyons Den Productions.

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After a hip injury as a result of a fall, Neil Woodard enters a nursing facility unhappy with the changes occurring in his life... more | add synopsis
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Ruth Thoma Andrews ... Martha
Karly Bender ... Kellie
Thomas H. Bennett ... Edward
Lori Clapper ... Elaine Dombrowski
Scott Frisina ... Tim
Jennifer Hooper ... Kristen
Jacqueline Johnson ... Gertie
Don Kirsch ... Roger McKenna
Rhia Lyons ... Jessica
Courtney Mallen ... Kathy
Samuel McAuley ... Visiting Family
Amara Arielle Offhaus ... Maria
Dick Ropp ... Rufus
Craig Schneider ... Bob Dombrowski
Terrence Smith ... Neil Woodard
Charmalene Ulmer ... Tammy
Natalie Vindivich ... Amy
Joshua Werner ... Sam
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USA:96 min
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WON: Best Narrative Feature award at the Spirit Quest Film Festival (2009) more

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Schism is a display of independent film making brilliance., 24 October 2008
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Author: jeff-2324 from United States

Schism is a display of independent film making brilliance.

John Lyons has proved that a moving story beats a big budget in the "Rock, Paper, Scissors" game of film making. In this story of end of life reflection, Mr. Lyons has captured to most intricate nuances of the fragile mind in a graphical depiction that leaves the audience on the edge of their seat.

With the help of seasoned local actors, he dives into his broad wealth of photographic magic to pull out a winner. Cinematography, audio clarity, and creative imagery are helpful, but the synthesis of reality and the dark recesses of the aging mind add an unexpected but very appreciative twist.

Congratulations John, on a moving masterpiece.

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