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Tether

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When Leonard, a grieving father haunted by his daughter's death in a school shooting, seeks solace in reconciliation with his wife, he crosses paths with Gerald, the clinically depressed ex-school resource officer who froze during the incident and is blamed for not helping avert the disaster. As their paths collide and their downward spirals converge, what darkness will their encounter unleash?

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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Nov 10
2.5/4.0
This is not a perfect film. It's a lower-budgeted film and there are definitely times throughout that it shows. However, there's something inspired about a filmmaker choosing to tackle such a deep, meaningful, and necessary film with his debut. Go to Full Review Surya Komal Just for Movie Freaks Jun 28
3.25/5
Tether is a powerful examination of grief, shame, and the human need for connection after tragedy. Go to Full Review Peter Gray The AU Review Jun 27
3.5/5
The reality of violence lacing every day existence is much harsher than it truly should be and Tether serves as a reminder as both a call to action and a testament to the human spirit. Go to Full Review Martin Carr martincarr.co.uk Jun 23
Gun culture in America has reached a tipping point, and the constitutional right to bear arms comes with consequences. Tether seeks to shake people out of their apathy and instigate change through awareness. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Hariharasudhen Nagarajan

Director

Nick Giedris

Actor

Ben Burton

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Laura Faye Smith

Actor

Joanna Cretella

Actor

Sophia Dawson

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Movie Info

Synopsis When Leonard, a grieving father haunted by his daughter's death in a school shooting, seeks solace in reconciliation with his wife, he crosses paths with Gerald, the clinically depressed ex-school resource officer who froze during the incident and is blamed for not helping avert the disaster. As their paths collide and their downward spirals converge, what darkness will their encounter unleash?
Director
Hariharasudhen Nagarajan
Producer
Nicole Wu, Hariharasudhen Nagarajan
Screenwriter
Anghus Houvouras
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 25m