Unexpected Places
Seen it?2012 | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It was a solid box office hit, though it had almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Raised in a broken home, Cody (Tim Torok) is a troubled man with a history of addictions and crime. While Cody serves time in the county jail, his mother, Pam (Penny Carlisi), begins to question her faith as she suffers constant grief from watching Cody's poor choices. Then, with the support of her prayer group, she realizes that only God can heal her pain, restore her faith, and save her son.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerStrong
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 363 people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Michael Brennan
- Penny CarlisiPam
- Tim TorokCody
- Wayne E. BrownAlan
- Dawn StoreySusan
- Chad GibbonsDustin
- Robin McCoyMandy
- Joey SantanaJason
- Terri Partyka
- Tim Kaiser
- Ryan-Iver Klann