MOVIE SYNOPSIS
Things We Lost in the Fire
When Audrey Burke loses her husband in an act of random violence, she forges an unlikely relationship with Jerry Sunborne, her husband's best friend from childhood. Jerry is a heroin user; his addiction has destroyed everything that was once important to him. As Audrey discovers that Jerry is the only person who can help her survive her loss, Jerry finds the strength to overcome his own problems.
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MPAA rating:
R
for drug content and language
Cast:
Alison Lohman; Maggie Ma; David Duchovny; Halle Berry; Paula Newsome; John Carroll Lynch; Robin Weigert; Benicio del Toro; Quinn Lord; Omar Benson Miller
Directed by:
Susanne Bier
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Drama Running time:
01:59
Release date:
2007
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