Hearts in Atlantis

In this poignant character-driven drama, a recently widowed mother and her young son are navigating life after the sudden loss of the family's patriarch. Their world is turned upside down when an enigmatic stranger unexpectedly appears in their small town. Initially seen as a mere curiosity by the local community, the newcomer soon develops a peculiar bond with both mother and son. As time progresses, their once tightly knit family unit begins to unravel, each member grappling with personal growth and transformation under the stranger's influence. The film explores themes of grief, acceptance, and the impact that chance encounters can have on shaping our lives. A delicate balance is struck between evoking empathy for these characters facing life's hardships and examining the human capacity for change and adaptation in the face of the unknown.