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Getting Back

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Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM
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In Getting Back, six-year-old Elliott and his dog get lost in the wilderness, leaving his grieving parents heartsick, and there's only one person who can guide him home: Max, his deceased older brother who has recently passed away from cancer. Seeking normalcy, John and Michelle embark on a camping trip. When Elliott and the family dog disappear, they are forced to confront their suppressed feelings regarding their final days with Max. Meanwhile, as heroes, explorers, and wildlife photographers, Max and Elliott confront the dangers of the woods with their imagination.

Getting Back has universal themes of grief, fear, hope, family and love. There are deep emotional struggles balanced with lightness and imagination. It explores how we all deal with grief differently, while trying to hold on to the bonds we have. Stick around after the film for outtakes and a Q&A session.

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Scale of productionProduced: a dedicated venue, ticketed show or multi-part program
Social loadLow: shared space with strangers, no obligation to talk

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