Every Thing Will Be Fine 2015

In the serene, snow-blanketed countryside of Quebec, Tomas Eldan, a dedicated novelist, and his partner Sara found themselves ensnared in a web of domestic strife. While Sara longed for the comfort of a conventional life filled with marriage and children, Tomas remained absorbed in his literary pursuits, inadvertently neglecting their relationship. This growing chasm was tragically deepened by an unforeseen incident that would irreversibly change both their lives.

On a chilling winter’s night, as Tomas drove along the winding roads, a toboggan carrying two young brothers, Christopher (only 5 years old) and Nicholas, collided violently with his vehicle, resulting in the heartbreaking loss of Nicholas. Although Christopher emerged physically unscathed, the emotional repercussions of that night cast a long shadow over Tomas, leaving deep psychological scars.

In the wake of this distressing event, the already fragile bond between Tomas and Sara disintegrated, spiraling downwards as Tomas fell prey to his demons, indulging in alcohol and substances to escape his overwhelming guilt. His journey through despair was punctuated by a harrowing suicide attempt that required hospitalization. Yet, from the depths of his despair, Tomas gradually channeled his pain into his writing, achieving critical acclaim; however, the emotional wounds remained evident.

As he endeavored to reconstruct his life, fleeting interactions with Kate (Nicholas’ mother) served as a painful reminder of the shadow cast by the tragedy. In time, he formed a new relationship with Ann, a colleague from his publishing house, embracing her daughter Mina and attempting to forge a more traditional family life.

Fast forward eleven years after that fateful accident, and an unexpected letter arrived from Christopher, now a troubled 16-year-old referred to as a “problem child.” After discussions with his school psychologist, Christopher was encouraged to reach out to Tomas, unraveling a complex emotional tapestry as they confronted the ghosts of their shared past. Through this intricate exchange, Tomas and Christopher gradually discovered healing, finding solace and understanding in each other’s similar struggles, as they each fought to reclaim their lives.