Content

What if grief is not about letting go, but about learning to live alongside absence? In this deeply affecting narrative, esteemed psychologist turned executive producer/ writer, Trevor Nagle guides us through an unflinching exploration of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.

The film offers a poignant portrait of a man navigating the emotional complexities and shifting terrain of grief, as he moves toward a hard-won sense of acceptance.

Directed by Ally Mayan award-winning writer and filmmaker known for her emotionally resonant and visually experimental work the film reflects her signature focus on women confronting trauma and transformation. A recipient of multiple Best Director, Best Narrative honors and more (Toronto, San Francisco, Santa Barbara etc.), May brings a haunting sensitivity to the material.

This project serves as a proof of concept, with plans to enter the festival circuit. A deeply touching story about a man grappling with the vicissitudes of love, loss and grief on his path towards acceptance. After losing his wife, Alex retreats into a solitary life in the high desert, finding solace in the routines, memories, and conversations that keep her close. However, when his sister-in-law pushes him to attend a family memorial, he must confront whether honoring the past requires letting it go.

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Dates

Shoot Dates: October 6, 7, 8, 2026
Joshua Tree, CA

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