Ballast

Writer and director Lance Hammer makes his feature debut with this somber drama set in the middle of nowhere somewhere in the US. The suicide of a man brings his twin brother and his ex-wife together as they try to help his troubled son. A rather quiet film where the desolate and cold landscape reflect the inner turmoil of these severely damaged people. Hammer makes an assured debut with a cast of non-professional actors who bring much authenticity to the story. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.