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House of Sand and Fog (2003), Director: Vadim Perelman, rated R for language, violence

Some Dreams Can't Be Shared.

Film ClipStarring: Jennifer Connelly, Ben Kingsley, Shohreh Adhdashloo, Ron Eldard, Frances Fisher, Kin Dickens, Navi Rawat

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"I lived here, and you stole this house from me." - Kathy

Why watch this? This compelling story centers on pain and loss... and its destructive power.

Plot Summary: This story follows the tragic conflict between a recovering addict, Kathy, fighting to reclaim her inherited home and an Iranian immigrant family who purchased the house at auction. A bureaucratic error led to the house being seized from Kathy, who desperately seeks to get it back.

Dad's Preview: Once again Jennifer Connelly proves her acting skills as she portrays a serial loser who is evicted from her family home. The house is purchased at auction by a former Iranian colonel, living above his means, so as to not shame his family. She wants her house back, he won't budge. This psychological drama draws you in and won't let go, thanks to tight direction and several actors delivering some unforgettable performances.


Bisgrove Ent., Cobalt DreamWorks Pictures

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