When Mona Mason returns to her childhood home to bury her father, she is confronted by memories she has spent her entire life trying to suppress. There are ghosts that haunt us all, and some things never truly die. ​​​​​​​​

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“In the middle of a charming neighborhood, an old, withered house sits at the end of a cracked driveway. The building almost seems to stare menacingly out at the street. A large, red “FOR SALE” sign flaps in the breeze. 

 

Portrait of A Dead Man film follows middle-aged, Mona Mason as she returns to her childhood home after the passing of her abusive father, Ned. Mona's goal is to sell the house and cut ties with her father. As she aggressively cleans the home following the funeral reception, Ned manifests himself and relentlessly starts to attack Mona. She barricades herself in her childhood bedroom in an attempt to escape from him. Ultimately, in an act of desperation and courage, Mona decides to confront Ned, and deal with him once and for all.”

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