Denial (2006)

Introduction
"Denial" is a 2006 movie directed by Adam Rifkin and featuring an ensemble cast, including Peter Riegert, Laura San Giacomo, and Bess Meyer. The movie is a drama that depicts the lives of numerous characters who are either dealing with or attempting to run away from something in their past, showing how the act of denial can affect individuals differently. The motion picture is set in a desolate desert town, with a single motel acting as the focal point.

Plot Overview
The film consists of several interwoven stories, each concentrating on a specific character. Among the primary storylines revolves around Marty Holliday (Peter Riegert), a male who is trying to fix up with his separated daughter Justine (Laura San Giacomo). Marty is an alcoholic and was violent towards his child in the past, and she is now struggling to come to terms with the injury she experienced. Justine is married to Sam Kayebian (John Kapelos), who is battling his own demons, suffering from anger concerns that are taking a toll on their relationship.

Another storyline follows Sherry Nash (Bess Meyer), a woman running from her abusive sweetheart. She ends up at the motel owned by Renny (Denis Leary), who is stuck in his own state of denial worrying his dead-end presence and failed dreams. Renny takes it upon himself to protect Sherry from her violent partner and finds solace in her business. At the same time, the motel is also the short-term house of Nick Stark (Kyle Secor), a teacher presently handling the terrible death of his better half and daughter.

Character Relationships and Conflicts
As the movie unfolds, the numerous characters' lives begin to intersect, and their specific stories become more linked. For example, Justine forms a bond with her father's new, much younger sweetheart, Linda (Traci Dinwiddie), who is trying to handle Marty's psychological luggage. Meanwhile, Sam's increasing rage presses Justine towards looking for solace in the companionship of Nick Stark, leading to a complicated affair.

Renny's relationship with Sherry develops as he continues to secure her from her abusive ex-boyfriend. Nevertheless, this takes a toll on Renny, as he fights with the worry that Sherry will ultimately leave him too. Meanwhile, Sherry begins to confront her traumatic past and starts to heal from her violent relationship. The bonds formed at the motel serve as a support group for the various characters, helping with development and recovery in the process.

Style of Denial
The main theme of the movie is the concept of denial. Each character is confronted with scenarios that force them to confront the aspects of their lives they have contradicted or attend to. Marty must face his violent past and accept responsibility for his actions if he intends to have any opportunity of fixing up with his daughter. Justine, on the other hand, requires to face her psychological injury by addressing her dad's mistreatment in order to genuinely proceed.

Sam's denial focuses on his anger concerns, which inevitably lead him into further conflict with Justine, pushing her away. Renny's denial is his rejection to acknowledge the stagnation of his life, which is just gotten rid of through his bond with Sherry. Finally, Nick Stark should pertain to terms with the tragic loss of his household in order to begin healing.

Conclusion
"Denial" is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that explores how the act of denial can affect people and their relationships. Each character is required to challenge their past and the concerns that they've been preventing, ultimately discovering that the only way to move on is to face their injuries head-on. Through its interwoven stories and strong character development, the movie provides an effective take a look at the importance of coming to terms with one's previous and the inescapable repercussions of declining to do so.

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