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House of Sand and Fog (2003)

“Some dreams can't be shared.”

  • R
  • 126 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.5/10 (72588 votes)

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Plot

In the haunting tale of House of Sand and Fog, Kathy, a woman shattered by emotional turmoil, is stripped of her home in a distressing error of repossession and auction. In the midst of her despair, she finds an unlikely ally in Lester, a sheriff's deputy worn thin from the strains of his marital life, who becomes entangled in her plight in ways deeper than mere sympathy. Simultaneously, Massoud Amir Behrani, a dignified Iranian immigrant, invests his life savings in securing a promising future for his daughter, culminating in her prosperous marriage. With the remnants of his fortune, he purchases a house at auction, unknowingly setting foot into an already turbulent scene. Behrani, driven by the allure of a profitable return, moves into the disputed house with his family, dismissing Kathy's desperate pleas to reclaim her once cherished abode. The proud former colonel, envisioning a brighter future for his young son and wife, is unprepared for the storm that awaits. As Kathy's emotional stability teeters on the edge, Lester and she begin a campaign of harassment against the Behrani family, turning a legal dispute into a personal war. The consequences of their actions lurk beneath the surface, threatening to ignite a catastrophic chain of events. In the House of Sand and Fog, no one remains untouched by the ensuing chaos; a house becomes a battleground, and dreams of a better future transform into a nightmarish struggle for survival. This gripping narrative explores the devastating repercussions of desperation, pride, and the relentless pursuit of the American dream.

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House of Sand and Fog is a drama movie featuring Jennifer Connelly.

House of Sand and Fog is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on CBS, DIRECTV, Max, Max Amazon Channel and Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel .

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