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Sophie's Rules

  • 2023
  • Unrated
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
105
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Saraphina Joachim, Phil Trasolini, Lumen Beltran, Keerthi Paikera, Maritza Brikisak, Dan Zachary, and Marcio Moreno in Sophie's Rules (2023)
'Sophie', a retired nurse, turns her home into a transitions shelter. Going against the establishment to help those in need she faces eviction and bodily threats but her need to help is stronger than her fear.
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Sophie Hagan, a retired nurse, turned her home into a Transitions Shelter. The lives of a terminally ill woman, an alcoholic magician, a PTSD veteran, a young drug addict and a grieving moth... Read allSophie Hagan, a retired nurse, turned her home into a Transitions Shelter. The lives of a terminally ill woman, an alcoholic magician, a PTSD veteran, a young drug addict and a grieving mother are explored in the 'Cottonwood' residence.Sophie Hagan, a retired nurse, turned her home into a Transitions Shelter. The lives of a terminally ill woman, an alcoholic magician, a PTSD veteran, a young drug addict and a grieving mother are explored in the 'Cottonwood' residence.

  • Directors
    • Maritza Brikisak
    • Christina Tsialtas
  • Writers
    • Charles Bourland
    • Maritza Brikisak
    • Felix Martiz
  • Stars
    • Maritza Brikisak
    • Saraphina Joachim
    • Keerthi Paikera
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    105
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Maritza Brikisak
      • Christina Tsialtas
    • Writers
      • Charles Bourland
      • Maritza Brikisak
      • Felix Martiz
    • Stars
      • Maritza Brikisak
      • Saraphina Joachim
      • Keerthi Paikera
    • 33User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 nominations total

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    Maritza Brikisak
    Maritza Brikisak
    • Sophie Hagan
    Saraphina Joachim
    Saraphina Joachim
    • Kathy…
    Keerthi Paikera
    Keerthi Paikera
    • Maude
    Lumen Beltran
    Lumen Beltran
    • Amber
    Phil Trasolini
    Phil Trasolini
    • Andrew
    Marcio Moreno
    Marcio Moreno
    • Huevo
    Austin Trapp
    Austin Trapp
    • Bobby Hagan
    Vince Song
    Vince Song
    • Mr. Yo
    Chelsea Thompson
    Chelsea Thompson
    • Nurse Palmer
    Rohain Arora
    • T-Bull
    Yvette Dudley-Neuman
    Yvette Dudley-Neuman
    • Georgina
    Dan Zachary
    Dan Zachary
    • Blue
    Todd Hann
    Todd Hann
    • Harold Baldwin
    Justin Lacey
    Justin Lacey
    • Bubba
    Kathryn Daniels
    • Steph
    Seann Sheriland
    Seann Sheriland
    • Homeless Man
    Patrice Jefferson
    • Nurse Becky
    Ian Crowe
    • Tom
    • Directors
      • Maritza Brikisak
      • Christina Tsialtas
    • Writers
      • Charles Bourland
      • Maritza Brikisak
      • Felix Martiz
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews33

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    9Resyvodomsky

    Life lessons

    This film advocates all that stand for in life. I didn't expect to end up cryin at the end of it the way I did. A part of me cried because I wish I had somebody to help me through my ptsd and my alcoholic trembles amd black outs and difficult times when I thought I am alone. Somebody to talk to when I lost everything. I struggle to this day I am 266 days sober. The film showed harsh realities in a hard world. Ups and downs can happen. One day smiling next day down in the dumps. Sophie needs rules that end up broken and keep them. Harsh realities is so many homeless who don't have a chance. Die in the cold no food no roof to sleep under. Beautiful film loss is real.
    9qhxbfvny

    Melding of stories well done

    Never heard of these Directors or writers, understandable since it's an independent film. Stories were strong ( PTSD felt real) and in some cases heart wrenching; would of liked to know more in the sub plots, there are some unknowns that needed more or not so rushed . Story felt almost docudrama ish, which is why more background on sub plots would have heightened the ending. I appreciate the idea of the homeless shelter, although it felt upscale ish, the idea appealed to me. The actors were believable and well done with they're portrayals. Sophie felt stern yet caring leading the group of past/ current members of her house. Cinematography captured the actors in their vulnerable portrayals and I really enjoyed the outdoor scenes. All in all good work on the collaboration melding a few into one.
    9JeremiahK99999

    Film of the times

    Escape your reality when you need to face it head on . Its a long road to recovery. It is a long road to recovery. Its a disease and people need to treat it that way which ties to mental health. This film made one see that even tho you seem good one day you can you be a huge mess the day. The ache and need is real and youre haunted by the need to stop but the devil of addiction rides you hard and wont let you be. People try to escape reality but you cannot escape it. You think you can. You cant. 'Dont judge me egg man' , hit hard. Judgement is real. Film is good i think if you have the means for bigger production these stories are real. Little girly wants to fit in one you look good next day you look like the demons are riding you. I just know what i like. This hurts a bit. And i like it.
    9Operation88872

    Watch Sophies rules

    Touching threads of folks who are struggling being given a supposed temporary safety zone. Broken systems around the works are not able to care for people they govern. Veterans are to be treated with dignity and respect not forgotten. Sophie imposes rules and she has to follow them, also while making it possible for her to help people in need. PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, grief mental anguish of all kinds are often not understandable can lead to different outcomes. This is a descent touching film that hits the heart and has a cute finish. Comedy drama? More drama and not so much comedy. I recommend this.
    8kglekas

    Sophie's Rules

    Sophie's rules is a touching movie. It is nice to see a movie that shows love and kindness in the world for people, especially when they are lost from tragedy, addiction or illness. I found it very heartwarming that they helped each other, looked out for each other and ultimately found peace within themselves.

    Sophie's character is very powerful in the way the other characters trusted and respected her and Sophie showed the same back to them .

    The story reflects a loving crises centre with out the character realizing that by just following the rules it's becomes their safe loving home . Definitely a movie that will touch you.

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    • Release date
      • January 23, 2023 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada(Sophie's Home)
    • Production company
      • RMR Productions
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      • $100,000 (estimated)
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      • 1h 25m(85 min)
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