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2011•109 min•Drama, Thriller

Higher Ground

Is Higher Ground a Hit or Flop?

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Is Higher Ground worth watching? With a rating of 5.927/10, this Drama, Thriller film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Higher Ground Synopsis

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.

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Top Cast

Vera Farmiga
Vera FarmigaCorinne Walker
Donna Murphy
Donna MurphyKathleen Walker
Dagmara Dominczyk
Dagmara DominczykAnnika
John Hawkes
John HawkesCW Walker
Joshua Leonard
Joshua LeonardEthan Miller
Nina Arianda
Nina AriandaWendy Walker
Taissa Farmiga
Taissa FarmigaTeenage Corinne Walker
Taylor Schwencke
Taylor SchwenckeYoung Wendy Walker
Boyd Holbrook
Boyd HolbrookTeenage Ethan Miller
Norbert Leo Butz
Norbert Leo ButzPastor Bill

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Higher Ground worth watching?

Higher Ground has received mixed reviews with a 5.927/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, Thriller movies.

Is Higher Ground hit or flop?

Higher Ground has received average ratings (5.927/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Higher Ground?

Higher Ground is a Drama, Thriller movie that Vera Farmiga's directorial debut, HIGHER GROUND, depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their own beg...

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