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Ballast 2008

Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, this film explores the lives of three people whose paths intertwine after a tragic event. Marlee, a single mother, sees a chance to escape the cycle of poverty and violence affecting her son, James. She finds unexpected companionship and a sense of stability with Lawrence, a man also dealing with loss. Together, they confront their grief and attempt to build a future filled with hope and healing in the stark beauty of their surroundings.

Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, this film explores the lives of three people whose paths intertwine after a tragic event. Marlee, a single mother, sees a chance to escape the cycle of poverty and violence affecting her son, James. She finds unexpected companionship and a sense of stability with Lawrence, a man also dealing with loss. Together, they confront their grief and attempt to build a future filled with hope and healing in the stark beauty of their surroundings.

Does Ballast have end credit scenes?

No!

Ballast does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Ballast

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Metacritic

84

Metascore

6.6

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

93%

TOMATOMETER

review

71%

User Score

IMDb

6.9 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

72

%

User Score

Awards & Nominations for Ballast

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24th Film Independent Spirit Awards 2009

Nomination

Best Feature

Lance Hammer
Nomination

Best Director

Lance Hammer
Tarra Riggs
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Best Female Lead

Tarra Riggs
Nomination

Best Supporting Male

Lance Hammer
Win

Best First Screenplay

Lance Hammer
Nomination

Best Cinematography

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