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20187 minPGdoc-short

Fall River

20187 minPGdoc-short

A family's tragedy unfolds in a once-thriving city, revealing how hope can emerge in unexpected places.

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Jamil McGinnis,

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A family's tragedy unfolds in a once-thriving city, revealing how hope can emerge in unexpected places.

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Jamil McGinnisdirector

Pat Heywooddirector

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A woman reflects on her family's tragedy in Fall River, a city with a rich history. The film, directed by Jamil McGinnis in 2018, runs for seven minutes. It captures the search for comfort and connection in the aftermath of loss. Through her personal story, it reveals how hope can emerge in unexpected places.

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