Ballast

Year: 2008

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: Lance Hammer

Drama

Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, this film explores the lives of three people whose paths intertwine after a tragic event. Marlee, a single mother, sees a chance to escape the cycle of poverty and violence affecting her son, James. She finds unexpected companionship and a sense of stability with Lawrence, a man also dealing with loss. Together, they confront their grief and attempt to build a future filled with hope and healing in the stark beauty of their surroundings.

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