Vera Farmiga's directorial debut, HIGHER GROUND, depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their own begins to question her faith. Inspired by screenwriter Carolyn S. Briggs' memoir This Dark World, the film tells the story of a thoughtful woman's struggles with belief, love, and trust - in human relationships as well as in God.
Wendy Walker
The film had a budget of $2.0M but only grossed $841.7K, losing $1.2M at the box office.
The runtime is 109 minutes (1h 49m).
The film was directed by Vera Farmiga.
The screenplay was written by Tim Metcalfe and Carolyn S. Briggs.
The score was composed by Alec Puro.
Cinematography was handled by Michael McDonough.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt1562568.
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Average
65 votes
Higher Ground
Released
R
English
United States of America
$2,000,000
$841,733
