It is a record of a son's sacrifice, examining how love can become a heavy toll when dealing with a family member who violently rejects help. Key Cast & Production

Lacking the funds for private treatment, John is forced into a life-altering decision: entering the criminal underworld to pay for her care.

as Jean: Her performance as the self-destructive mother earned high critical acclaim.

as Shane: John’s best friend, who provides a glimpse into a different kind of familial struggle.