Writing

René Balcer

Born February 9, 1954 · Montreal, Quebec, Canada (age 72)

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Known For

Out on the EdgeOut on the Edge · 1989
Out on the Edge
5.81989
MovieDramaTV Movie
Danny is a troubled teen with a difficult home life. His parents' marriage has disintegrated, and his father's already found someone else he'd like to wed. So, Danny turns to drugs to soothe his lost soul, and when he goes too far, his mother checks him into a psychiatric unit. Can Danny finally turn his life around, and will his father help?
The OrdainedThe Ordained · 2013
The Ordained
1.02013
MovieTV MovieCrime
About the son of a Kennedy-esque family who leaves the priesthood and becomes a lawyer to prevent his politician sister from being assassinated.
Stranger in the FamilyStranger in the Family · 1991
Stranger in the Family
5.41991
MovieTV MovieDrama
Steve Thompson is losing himself, one memory at a time. Plagued with amnesia after getting a concussion, Steve is overwhelmed by his unrecognizable life and leaves his family in search of answers. But his quest only returns him back home, where he must face his demons and get at the truth.
Proof of LiesProof of Lies · 2006
Proof of Lies
4.92006
MovieDramaThriller
A scientist researches the genetic cause of addictive behavior.
Above the Drowning SeaAbove the Drowning Sea · 2017
Above the Drowning Sea
2017
MovieDocumentary
A documentary about Jewish refugees from Nazi Europe who, at a time when all doors were closed to them, found sanctuary in Shanghai, thanks to the intervention of Chinese diplomat Ho Feng Shan who as Chinese consul in Vienna defied the Nazis and his own government by issuing travel visas to the desperate refugees. The film tells the story from the point of view of the refugees and the Chinese people who sheltered them. In light of today's refugee crisis, an inspiring poetic tale about two peoples who found common cause and dignity in a world in chaos.
Inside the Coppola PersonalityInside the Coppola Personality · 1981
Inside the Coppola Personality
7.51981
MovieDocumentary
Monte Hellman's short portrait of Francis Ford Coppola discussing business and craft at home and on the set of his Zoetrope Studios.
Nasty Boys, Part 2: Lone JusticeNasty Boys, Part 2: Lone Justice · 1990
Nasty Boys, Part 2: Lone Justice
6.71990
MovieActionDrama
Amanita PestilensAmanita Pestilens · 1973
Amanita Pestilens
6.51973
MovieDramaFantasy
A man obsessed with his award-winning lawn goes to great lengths to keep it looking great when mushrooms suddenly start appearing all over the yard.

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