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Personal Effects (2009)

“The space between loss and love.”

  • R
  • 110 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 6.2/10 (9173 votes)

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Plot

In the intense world of wrestling, 24-year-old Walter is fervently fighting for a coveted spot on the national team. His focus frays when he is struck by the brutal death of his beloved sister, pulling him back to the heart of his family, where sorrow and confusion reign. As he grapples with his new reality, Walter finds solace in the routine of his workouts and a dead-end job, while also attending the gripping trial of the accused killer. In the courtroom's cold atmosphere, Walter crosses paths with Linda, a woman haunted by her own tragedy, her husband's murder. Linda, a beacon of resilience, is raising her deaf teenage son, Clay, amidst the chaos of grief. A bond is formed, silent yet strong, between Walter and Linda, tethered by shared sorrows and newfound friendship. Finding a sense of purpose amidst his personal turmoil, Walter channels his wrestling prowess to guide Clay, introducing the troubled teen to the world of wrestling. He stands by Linda's side during events at the center where she works, often crossing paths at the courthouse as they both await verdicts that could change their lives forever. As Walter's mother attempts to cope with the void left by her daughter, she takes her belongings to a rummage sale, a poignant symbol of moving forward. Meanwhile, Clay clings to his father's pistol, a chilling reminder of the past. As they navigate through the labyrinth of grief, the question remains: How will they each give voice to their pain? The movie 'Personal Effects' intricately weaves together these threads of loss, resilience, and redemption, leaving the viewer on the edge of their seat, waiting for the answers to unfold.

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Personal Effects is a drama movie featuring Michelle Pfeiffer and directed by David Hollander.

Personal Effects is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Crackle, Freevee, Plex, Plex Player, Redbox, Tubi TV and VUDU Free and it's also available on DIRECTV.

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