A Rising Tide
After the flood, hope rises.
Directed by Ben Hickernell
Produced by Reconstruction Pictures
A warm, character-driven drama about a young chef rebuilding his family's restaurant and life after Hurricane Sandy, grounded in themes of resilience and romantic connection.
After his family's well-established Atlantic City restaurant is destroyed during Hurricane Sandy, a young chef must grow up quickly, taking the biggest risks of his life, both in business and love.
Clusters
Questions people ask
Is A Rising Tide violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Does A Rising Tide end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is A Rising Tide scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is A Rising Tide easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Is A Rising Tide sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
You have seen this shape before.
How unlike any other film this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like A Rising Tide
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as A Rising Tide
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Rising Tide, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Rising Tide, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Rising Tide, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
