Imaginary Heroes

Imaginary Heroes

People are never who they seem to be.

R 2004 · 111 min · ★ 6.5 · Comedy, Drama

Matt Travis is good-looking, popular, and his school's best competitive swimmer, so everyone is shocked when he inexplicably commits suicide. As the following year unfolds, each member of his family struggles to recover from the tragedy with mixed results.

Directed by Dan Harris · Written by Dan Harris

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Sigourney Weaver Sandy Travis
Emile Hirsch Tim Travis
Jeff Daniels Ben Travis
Michelle Williams Penny Travis
Kip Pardue Matt Travis
Deirdre O'Connell Marge Dwyer
Ryan Donowho Kyle Dwyer
Suzanne Santo Steph Connors
Jay Paulson Vern
Luke Robertson Jack Johnson
Lee Wilkof Mitchell Goldstein
Terry Beaver Dr. Montey

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