August In The Water Review
August in the Water Review August in the Water is an American drama film directed by Richard Pearce and released in 1995. It stars Sissy Spacek, Jeff Daniels, and John Goodman and tells the story of a small town in the Midwest that is rocked by a tragic accident. The film follows the lives of the town's inhabitants as they grapple with grief, guilt, and the consequences of their actions. Plot Summary The film is set in a small town in the Midwest, where a tragic accident involving a young girl has caused shockwaves throughout the community. The girl's father, Tom (Jeff Daniels), is a struggling farmer trying to make ends meet. He is also the father of two young children, Mary (Sissy Spacek) and Sam (John Goodman). Mary is an imaginative young girl who loves to explore the nearby creek. One day, while exploring the creek, Mary falls into the water and is rescued by her father. However, the accident leaves Mary in a coma and she is taken to the hospital. At the hospital,