Wilting at the Roots (2024)

From wilted roots, nothing good can grow.

Wilting at the Roots (2024) poster

After the passing of his wife, a lonely newspaper editor discovers Berenalin: a medication that promises to put an end to his grief. Its effects begin to drive a wedge between him and his daughter, who needs him more than ever.

Director: Caleb Gales
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Runtime: 24 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Paul Hannouche
Cinematography: Caleb Gales
Editing: Caleb Gales
Production: 4Media Studios
Country: Canada
Language: English
Budget: $3,000
Original Language: en

Themes

Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning

Keywords

funeral, widow, bereavement, church, medication, drugs, death of family, widower, single father, death, death in family, death of mother, pill bottle, father daughter reunion, paper

Trailer

Wilting at the Roots Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilting at the Roots about?
After the passing of his wife, a lonely newspaper editor discovers Berenalin: a medication that promises to put an end to his grief. Its effects begin to drive a wedge between him and his daughter, who needs him more than ever.
Who directed Wilting at the Roots?
Wilting at the Roots was directed by Caleb Gales.
Who stars in Wilting at the Roots?
Wilting at the Roots stars Adam Zimmerman, Sarah Kate Foster, Sarah Cross, Emi Martinez-Zalce, Jonathan Libman, Ralph Intranuovo.
How long is Wilting at the Roots?
Wilting at the Roots has a runtime of 24m (24 minutes).
What genre is Wilting at the Roots?
Wilting at the Roots is a Drama, Science Fiction film.
What is the budget of Wilting at the Roots?
Wilting at the Roots had a budget of $3,000.
Where was Wilting at the Roots produced?
Wilting at the Roots was produced in Canada.
What are the themes of Wilting at the Roots?
The themes of Wilting at the Roots include: Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning.