The Substance of Fire

Year: 1997

Runtime: 97 min

Language: English

Director: Daniel J. Sullivan

Drama

A renowned book publisher faces a crisis when his son encourages him to alter a hugely popular novel to maximize profits. The publisher's unwavering principles clash with his son’s ambition, creating conflict within the family and challenging the foundations of their publishing empire. Loyalties are questioned and the future of the business hangs in the balance as they struggle to reconcile artistic integrity and commercial success.

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