The Reconstruction of Wilson Ryder

Five-year-old Will Ryder grapples with a life altered by a severe facial disfigurement from a fire, compounded by the lingering pain of his mother's abandonment. Supported by his loving father and intelligent sister, he finds solace in painting, which becomes both a refuge and a battleground for his identity. As Will's artistic talent gains recognition, his estranged mother—a prominent abstract expressionist—re-enters his life, compounding his struggles between her harsh artistic philosophies and the nurturing environment his father provided. In a journey of self-discovery and emotional turmoil, Will confronts his past, seeking acceptance and love from a mother who views adversity as essential to artistic growth, leading him to create profound self-portraits that embrace his true self.