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From Embers

From Embers

Behind closed doors, secrets are unveiled

20243.61h 39m

Overview

After the tragic loss of her husband Ron, Lily finds herself navigating a challenging new reality with her son Kevin. As they settle into a modest apartment, Lily's encounter with their neighbor Marty brings up an unexpected revelation about Ron's suspicious death. Marty is an alcoholic and his passion for music is only surpassed by his love for his daughter Chloe. When Lily delves deeper into the mystery surrounding Ron's demise, she forms a bond with his co-worker Angela. Together, they unravel a web of deceit involving patent theft and corporate sabotage, leading to a confrontation…

Directed by Kate Bohan
Written by Kate Bohan
Produced by Kate Bohan
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Top Cast

Kara Wang

Kara Wang

Lily Xu

Matthew Morrison

Matthew Morrison

Marty Baker

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Alexander J. Lee

Kevin Xu

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Kayla Bohan

Chloe Baker

Kathryn Morris

Kathryn Morris

Angela

Christopher Shyer

Christopher Shyer

Dr. Morgan

London Kim

London Kim

Ron Xu

Aria Pullman

Aria Pullman

Susanna

Omi Vaidya

Omi Vaidya

Corey

Megan Raich

Megan Raich

Janine

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Themes & Keywords

single parentalcoholismteenage girldeath of husbandwidowed motherautistic childgrief & loss

About From Embers

From Embers is a drama, thriller film released in 2024 exploring themes of single parent, alcoholism, teenage girl, death of husband, widowed mother, autistic child. Directed by Kate Bohan, it stars Kara Wang, Matthew Morrison, Alexander J. Lee. After the tragic loss of her husband Ron, Lily finds herself navigating a challenging new reality with her son Kevin. As they settle into a modest apartment, Lily's encounter with their neighbor Marty brings up an unexpected revelation about Ron's suspicious death. Marty is an alcoholic and his passion for music is only surpassed by his love for his daughter Chloe. When Lily delves deeper into the mystery surrounding Ron's demise, she forms a bond with his co-worker Angela. Together, they unravel a web of deceit involving patent theft and corporate sabotage, leading to a confrontation…

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