Directed by Stephen DiMenna

Solitary misfit Kemp (Steve Hendrickson) leaves his boring bank job to care for his dying aunt Grace (Shirley Venard) with hopes of quickly cashing in on her will. The trouble is, Grace isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

Vigil not recommended for audiences under 14 years old.


Shirley Venard, Steve Hendrickson. Photo credit: Travis Anderson

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