Phillip Irwin Cooper's story, Counting for Thunder, is a heartwarming film inspired by his own experiences, reminiscent of Sling Blade and My Big Fat Greek Wedding. After facing misfortune in love, work, and finances, Phillip returns to his hometown on the Gulf Coast of Alabama to assist with a family crisis. As he reconnects with his complicated family and old friends, he discovers his own voice and finds solace in the quirky characters that inhabit his hometown, while his mother, struggling to regain her own voice, may be nearing the end.
Counting for Thunder
A struggling actor finds his true calling by reconnecting with his roots and helping his family, while also exploring his own creative potential.
