
"Absence" is the story of personal loss and tragedy that befalls three very different people in the setting of a small, New York suburb. Told from three points of view, it unfolds in three vignettes which tie a larger storyline together.
Directed by Kevin Kölsch, Dennis Widmyer, Absence leans on a strong ensemble — Margaret Laney, Eron Otcasek, Stuart Rudin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about thriller titles of 2009.
Read More on the Blog
Loading reviews…
Vice detective Bob Hightower finds his ex-wife murdered and daughter kidnapped by a cult. Frustrated by the botched official investigations, he quits the force and infiltrates the cult to hunt down the leader with the help of the cult’s only female victim escapee, Case Hardin.
Get weekly picks and blog posts in your inbox.
Live availability isn't tracked for this title yet — try these popular platforms: