Description:

The film philosophical approach at redemption. The protagonist Manual Jordan has gotten parole from a life sentence for the murder of Abner Easley, and returns to the city he lived in to try to seek redemption. He ends up living and working at a community house run by a preacher, Miles Evans. The film is equipped with beautiful voice-overs about the meaning of life and different philosophies for getting redeemed. Manual also becomes friends with Adele Easley, his victims sister, in an attempt to make up for what he did. While working at the home he has interactions with Sofia Mellinger, the druggie daughter of a famous singer, struggling with the lack of adult guidance in her life.

Year:

2003

Directed By:

Ed Solomon

Written By:

Ed Solomon

Genres:

Crime, Drama

Release Date:

29 August 2003 (Norway)

Language:

English

Runtime:

100 min

Origin/Country:

USA | France

Shooting Location:

Montréal, Québec, Canada