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INDEPENDENCE

A sociable, young writer loses his eyesight in a tragic accident and starts his journey towards acceptance in his new reality
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‘Independence’ delves into the life of Homer, a young man whose world is upended when he suddenly loses his eyesight in a freak accident. The story initially follows a young adult with dreams and aspirations, but takes a dramatic turn with Homers unexpected disability. Despite his outgoing nature and great relationship with his mother Helen, Homer struggles to accept his new reality, punishing himself by isolating himself from his loved ones. It is only when interactions with strangers Homer starts to see things in a different light as he begins to accept this change. Through his journey, the film explores themes of identity and acceptance, highlighting the challenges of adapting to change. Homers reluctance to embrace his blindness reflects the universal struggle of overcoming adversity and the human tendency to neglect change and cling to the familiar. Ultimately, ‘Independence’ offers a poignant exploration of resilience and the ability to grow amid life changing circumstances.

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CAST

Regan Grimes
Homer Cowley
Denise ratcliffe
Helen Cowley
Directed by Billy Tonks

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
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Country
GB

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