Forgetting Sandy Glass

Forgetting Sandy Glass

Family isn't everything... it's the only thing.

2016 · 75 min · Drama

A story of three brothers and their dysfunctional family unfolds once eldest brother, Sandy Glass, is released from prison after an eight year sentence. Middle brother Michael is forced to work three jobs in order to put a roof over his younger brother Tommy and his girlfriend Stephanie's heads. Sandy is greeted with open arms from Tommy, who idolizes him, but Michael is rather worried than happy. Sandy has put Michael through hell and back after their mother's death and has done nothing to support the family, leaving Michael with nothing but resentment towards him.

Directed by David Wenzel · Written by John P. Rigores

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