Title: Daruma
Year: 2024
Genre: Drama
Rating: 5
Cast: Tobias Forrest, John W. Lawson, Victoria Scott
Description: A road trip of unlikely companions, "Daruma" (2024), directed by Alexander Yellen, isn't just a journey across America; it's a journey into the heart of unexpected kinship. Tobias Forrest and John W. Lawson deliver powerhouse performances as Patrick, a bitter wheelchair user, and Robert, his gruff but ultimately tender-hearted neighbor, a double amputee veteran. Their shared burden – the safe transport of a four-year-old girl – becomes a catalyst for healing, revealing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Victoria Scott shines as the child, her innocence a stark contrast to the harsh realities surrounding her. Yellen masterfully crafts a poignant narrative that transcends physical limitations, exploring themes of forgiveness, family, and the unexpected bonds that can blossom in the most unlikely circumstances. "Daruma" is a profoundly moving film; a testament to the strength found in vulnerability.