August Evening

A family of undocumented workers in Texas faces a series of tough choices threatening the bonds that hold them together. Their very survival is at stake. The lives of an aging farm hand and his young, widowed daughter-in-law are thrown into upheaval. Parents and their grown children find difficulty expressing both love and mutual disappointment. A father recognizes the unstoppable force of time and must say goodbye to his daughter so she can start her own life. Through vivid characters, gentle humor and subtle romance, this drama shows the collision of cultures and generations and how redemption can come from the most unlikely places. Lush cinematography and the skillful hand of Director Chris Eska force viewers to ask hard questions about their own family ties. Heartwarming scenes highlight the bittersweet nature of life, finding resolution in the warmth of the characters, beauty in sadness, and the universality of the human experience.

Category:

Film & Animation

Tags:

• Feature
• Narrative

[lisamj]

9/1/08: i am probably the biggest chris eska fan. ever since doki-doki i just couldn't stop thinking about how great it was. i think eska has a truly amazing touch. this week August Evening is released here in NYC where i live and i cannot WAIT to see it. eska is incredible.