A young girl hurt by her father's alcoholism and abusive ways, meets an mysterious drifter that proves to be the glimmer of light in the darkness she has been searching for.
When Laney Hale (Mia Clarke) has a bike accident while racing the school bully, she has a chance encounter with a mysterious drifter, the Hermit (Charles Auten), and a friendship begins that will change the course of both of their lives. For reasons, at first, he's not ready to share, the Hermit has become so disenchanted with the world around him that he has chosen to remove himself from it. Laney's father Frank Hale (Gray Hawks), the town Sheriff, is an abusive drunk who keeps both her and her mother LeAnne (Terrie Batson) in constant fear of his violent outbursts. Laney, seeking her own escape, is intrigued by the Hermit, and ignores Franks command to stay away from the no good drifter quickly building a bond with the lost soul. The Hermits walls begin to crumble as the two slowly share their stories with one another. Laney becoming a shimmering light of hope and life for the Hermit, as he in turn becomes the supportive and caring father figure she has never known. As their connection grows, LeAnne secretly begins to support her daughters relationship with her enigmatic friend, covering for Laney's adventures. When Frank discovers the deception, he goes into a blind rage that leads to an emotional revelation and climatic conclusion no one will see coming. Together, Laney and the Hermit just might find the salvation they have both been searching for. Perfect for the whole family, The Hermit is a heartwarming tale, about the promise of love and the bright light in the darkness it can be for those who have become lost. Written/Directed by R.R. Gee and filmed on the beautiful coast of NC, The Hermit will leave you in tears, with an everlasting promise of hope and love.
