This Is Martin Bonner (2013)
“Sometimes You Have to Lose Your Life in Order to Find It”
- 83 min
- Drama
- 6.6/10 (1012 votes)
Plot
In the stark landscape of Nevada, Martin Bonner, a man in the twilight of his life, has uprooted from the familiar East Coast, leaving behind his grown children and a past intricately woven over two long decades. Now, he finds himself navigating a new role as the volunteer coordinator for a non-profit dedicated to aiding convicts transition from the confines of prison to the open uncertainties of freedom. This job, Martin's first in a pair of years following his bankruptcy, is a lifeline as much as it is a challenge.
Parallel to Martin's journey is Travis Holloway, a man stepping out from behind bars after a twelve-year sentence. Despite the guiding hand of his program sponsor, Steve Helms, Travis grapples with the harsh realities of readjusting to life in Reno, a life that seems just as confining as the prison he left behind.
As their stories gradually intertwine, Martin and Travis discover a shared understanding, a silent agreement of mutual encouragement and support borne out of their respective struggles. A friendship blossoms against all odds, a beacon of hope in their otherwise tumultuous lives. But this bond faces a formidable challenge when Travis risks Martin's trust in a desperate bid to mend bridges with his long-lost daughter. This tale is a poignant exploration of human connection, resilience, and the intrinsic need for companionship in the face of adversity.
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This Is Martin Bonner is a drama movie featuring Paul Eenhoorn.
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