Joseph’s Gift

Joseph’s Gift

Year: 1999

Runtime: 94 mins

Language: English

Director: Philippe Mora

Drama

Joseph, the youngest son of a thriving Los Angeles garment business, is openly favored by his father Jacob. His brothers’ jealousy and resentment grow, leading to a vengeful plot. On a trip to New York they abandon him, stranding him in a corrupt, modern sweat‑shop that becomes his prison.

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1

Favoritism fuels a deadly plot

Jacob Keller deeply favors Joseph, which fuels resentment among Ashton, Simon, and Robert. They hatch a plan to eliminate Joseph while the family is on a business trip. The plot sets in motion the dangerous sequence of events that follows.

2

Joseph kidnapped to a brutal sweat shop

During the trip, Joseph is abducted and transported to a sweat shop run by Frank Childress. He is forced into brutal labor under a sadistic regime. The sweat shop marks the beginning of Joseph's long and perilous journey.

sweat shop
3

Escape attempt leads to punishment

Joseph attempts to escape but is beaten by Thompsonn and locked in a small prison-like cell. The brutal punishment underscores the danger he faces while imprisoned. This moment deepens his resolve to survive and find a way out.

sweat shop
4

Frank recognizes Joseph's business savvy

Frank sees Joseph's business instincts and offers him a place to work in his office. Joseph's savvy quickly helps Frank's operation grow, and Joseph meets Frank's wife Clara. The arrangement pulls Joseph into a dangerous web of power and temptation.

Frank's office
5

Clara's advances and false allegations

Clara makes advances toward Joseph, but he rebuffs her. She then falsely accuses him of pursuing her, prompting Frank to take action. Overhearing the claims, Frank ships Joseph off to an insane asylum.

Frank's office
6

Friendship with Parker in the asylum

Inside the asylum, Joseph befriends Parker, and the two form a strong bond. They support each other as they face the harsh realities of confinement. Their friendship becomes a beacon of hope for Joseph's future.

insane asylum
7

Release and bank ascent

Joseph is released and quickly secures a job at a bank, rising to a prestigious position in a short time. He also helps Parker obtain a respectable job there. The career rebound marks a turning point after his years of confinement.

bank
8

Keller family seeks loan; brothers discover truth

The Keller family needs a loan to save their garment business, so Jacob's three eldest sons go to the bank. Joseph recognizes them as his long-lost brothers but keeps silent about their identity. He insists the deal will not proceed unless their father comes in person.

bank
9

Weeks pass; Jacob returns with the brothers

A few weeks later, the brothers return with Jacob to the bank, hoping to secure the loan. Joseph still withholds his identity, continuing his quiet test of family loyalty. The tension grows as the family faces a critical financial decision.

bank
10

Reunion and revelation at the Keller home

During a family dinner, Joseph reveals to Jacob that he is his long-lost son, Joseph Keller. The revelation triggers a tearful reunion and a renewed sense of family unity. The Keller family celebrates this restored togetherness and the continuation of their legacy.

Keller home

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