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Vera Farmiga's directorial debut, HIGHER GROUND, depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their own begins to question her faith. Inspired by screenwriter Carolyn S. Briggs' memoir This Dark World, the film tells the story of a thoughtful woman's struggles with belief, love, and trust - in human relationships as well as in God. Written by
Sony Pictures Classics
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Release Date:
26 August 2011 (USA)
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Also Known As:
This Dark World
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Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$21,495
(USA)
(26 August 2011)
Gross:
$841,206
(USA)
(30 December 2011)
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Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1
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Vera Farmiga's directorial debut
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At the therapist's office, the wall clock is clearly not working as the second hand is not moving.
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Higher Ground is a story about an honest search for faith in a fearful, posturing world. It is an unpretentious film. It is also Vera Farmiga's directorial debut and it showcases her signature style. She displays astonishing depths, carrying roles with integrity and intelligence. I've always noted that she has an atypical screen glamor that grows in its unfurling. In fact, it's a special beauty but it fits a needed niche. If you have ever walked the path of faith, honestly questing, be prepared for a cathartic, ambiguous denouement that may take you to higher ground. I enthusiastically recommend this soft, sad but lovely journey by cinema.