# Driveways (2020)

> A lonely boy and a grieving retiree discover an unexpected, quietly transformative friendship beside a house being emptied of its past.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/397505

## Facts

- Runtime: 83 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Andrew Ahn
- Cast: Hong Chau, Lucas Jaye, Brian Dennehy, Christine Ebersole, Jerry Adler, Robyn Payne, Jeter Rivera, Sophia DiStefano
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9318280/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: wistful, tender, contemplative, quiet evening, reflective weekend

## Synopsis

A poignant journey of connection and healing unfolds as a boy and his mother confront loss and discover friendship.

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