Behind the Waterfall Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

The death of their father sends a young pair of siblings embark on the journey of a lifetime in director Scott Murphy's uplifting look at the importance of faith and imagination in overcoming life's adversities. Sent to spend the summer with their aunt in Erinville after their father dies, Tommy and his teenage sister Becky begin the healing process by bonding with their cousin Alex. Upon meeting Alex's wise older friend Mr. Connors, Tommy and Becky learn that in order to move on with their lives they will have to find the courage to see life in a new light. - Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

DVD Release Date:
07/06/2004
Run Time:
94 min.
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Genre(s):
Themes:
Sibling Relationships, Death of a Parent, Unlikely Friendships
Tone:
Bittersweet, Compassionate, Gentle, Heartwarming, Poignant
Keywords:
aunt, brother, death, friendship, life, sister
Status:
DVD