"Pike River" Takes Us Into the Tragic True Story
The beating heart of this film is the relationship between Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse.

Hank Dean, a man not given to emotion, struggles to maintain control over his life during the busiest part of the tree-harvesting season. Like his body, Hank’s wounded spirit limps along; he’s “out in the trees” and it’s ultimately his choice whether or not to walk out.
The beating heart of this film is the relationship between Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse.
The story is a moving sentiment of letting go of the past and putting trust and faith into others. Though you come into this world alone, surrounding yourself with others that support you and want to help is the greatest gift life could ever give.
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