Second Chances

"High Fidelity" meets "Manchester by the Sea"—a poignant blend of humor and heartbreak, centered on a man rediscovering himself through grief and the quirky community around him. Ethan Cross, a widower and owner of the last video rental store in Chicago, struggles to preserve the legacy of his late father while facing the weight of personal loss and financial hardship. After a tragic car accident claims his pregnant wife, Danielle, Ethan is left grieving and clinging to the memories tied to Gray's Movies, the store he inherited. The property, now a relic of the past, becomes a prime target for real estate investors eager to convert it into a modern facility. As mounting debt and new city regulations threaten to shutter the store, Ethan’s circle of friends—loyal CPA Luke, quirky clerk Brick, and a former college flame, Kelly—rallies to help him. Along the way, Ethan begins exploring life beyond his grief, forming a connection with Cindy, an ambitious actress, and rekindling a bond with Kelly, who faces her own personal struggles. As Ethan sells off rare memorabilia to keep the store afloat, he launches a desperate GoFundMe campaign to save the business. Balancing nostalgia with practicality, Ethan must decide whether to preserve his family’s legacy at all costs or let go for a chance at a brighter future. Second Chances is a heartfelt dramedy about loss, community, and finding a way forward when life knocks you down.