The Ballad of Jack and Rose (2005)

Plot

Jack Slavin, an eco-conscious father battling a heart condition, resides with his daughter Rose on a remote island. As he passionately opposes developers eager to transform their pristine home, he yearns for human connection. Inviting his girlfriend Kathleen and her two sons, Rodney and Thaddius, into their lives stirs tension. Rose struggles to accept this new family dynamic, leading to a whirlwind of emotions and challenges within the home. The clash between Jack’s ideals, his desire for companionship, and Rose’s feelings creates a poignant exploration of love and family amidst environmental strife.