The Dust Factory (2004)

Ryan is a teenager who lacks the ability to speak. One day, Ryan falls off a bridge and he finds himself transported to a strange fantasy world where he encounters his Grandpa Randolph and a pretty girl named Melanie; together, Ryan and Melanie learn to help one another with their problems, and they both discover the wisdom they can gain from elders like Grandpa Randolph.

Directed by: Eric Small

Cast: Armin Mueller-Stahl, Hayden Panettiere, Ryan Kelley, Kim Myers, George De La Pena, Michael Angarano, Peter Horton, Kyle Hansen, Ted Roisum, Ayanna Berkshire, Shuhe, Robert Blanche

Genres: Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Sci-fi

Rating: 6.8/10

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