East of the Mountains

A quiet, contemplative journey through grief and memory, anchored by a stoic lead performance and vast, lonely landscapes.

Directed by

S.J. Chiro

Genres

Drama, Action

Starring

Tom Skerritt, Mira Sorvino, Annie Gonzalez

Tagline

Life is a journey.

Overview

When retired heart surgeon Ben Givens learns that he has terminal cancer, he takes his beloved dog back to his boyhood home in Eastern Washington, determined to end his life on his own terms. Ben's journey, though, takes an unexpected turn, and soon becomes an adventure against which he pits himself with characteristic stoicism, wit, and determination.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and warm. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Death, grief, memory, family

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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