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Interview:
Thanks to Mark Hefti for the great interview. Listen to the writer of this inspiring film, talk about his journey as a filmmaker, and the true meaning behind ‘Tomorrow is Today. Check out the official film website HERE.
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Life can be a beautiful journey, but it can also be a horrible trek. ‘Tomorrow is Today’, is about a man named Greg, who once lived on a beautiful journey, until he experienced a tragic loss. He immediately gave up on life, and attempted to drown himself in the ocean. That is until Julie, a 17 year old optimist, saves his life. What ensues for Greg, is a journey of despair and self-discovery, that eventually leads him down the right road. It was the road to self discovery.
After being saved by Julie Peterson, Greg feels angry and conflicted. He doesn’t want to live, yet he feels drawn to Julie for whatever reason. Something in the way that she acts towards Greg, pulls him into a different state of being. They share intelligent and philosophical conversations together. One of them, sets the theme for the entire movie. In their conversation, Julie and Greg talk about a heavily symbolic quote: “Tomorrow is Today”. Greg interprets the quote in the following way: There is nothing good about tomorrow, and nothing to look forward to. Greg’s interpretation of the quote is completely backwards. The real meaning of the quote, is that opportunity can come from anywhere, at any time. You can’t sit around and wait for a better day, just because you don’t enjoy your life right now. You can only make a better day. There will never be a point in your life, when tomorrow is tomorrow. Tomorrow is today.
After much struggle and confusion, Greg finally learns the true meaning of the quote. It is only through his interaction with Julia, that he learns the true value of living. The movie presents the theme of having beautiful friends, family, and support. Because without our greatest mentors, who are we? Everyone needs someone to raise them, to lift them up when they are down, and to help show them the way. It’s human nature, and it always will be.
The best way to overcome a tragedy, is to surround yourself with people who have experienced a tragedy, and know how overcome it. Julie had a secret tragedy that she kept away from Greg. What is that secret? Watch the movie, and find out how this wonderful and uplifting, yet sad story ends.
One final aspect of the movie, that I have yet to discuss, is the presence of miracles. Some people believe that miracles happen every day. Others don’t believe in miracles. And many people believe that miracles only happen once in a lifetime. What is the truth about miracles? I’m going to say something that you might have heard before: miracles are defined by the individual. A miracle is only truly a miracle, if you believe it to be. No one can make up your mind for you. That’s why it’s called your mind. It belongs to you.
I feel sad that movies like ‘Tomorrow is Today’ are not more widely recognized by film audiences. It is a very difficult movie to watch, yet it is full of meaning, and it lets viewers know that they are not alone in dealing with personal tragedies. We all need someone by our side. Watch ‘Tomorrow is Today’, and get on the right path to a fulfilling life.
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