Tiff 2025 Review: Little Lorraine

In a small mining town, a tragic explosion halts work and entangles the community in an international cocaine smuggling operation. To make ends meet, Jimmy (played by Stephen Amell) is compelled to work for his shady uncle (portrayed by Stephen McHattie). What begins as a simple fishing job turns into a drug ring, where Jimmy and his friends are forced to distribute cocaine in coffins through a network of funeral homes.

The film adaptation of “Lighthouse in Little Lorraine” by Adam Baldwin brings the song to life on the big screen. If you’re familiar with the tune, you probably have a good sense of the storyline. Director Andy Hines does a commendable job of guiding the narrative, but the film often falls short in terms of tension. While significant moments are expected, the scenes lack sufficient emotional weight to convey the stakes involved, particularly when a detective closely follows the fisherman.

“Little Lorraine” is an intriguing story that struggles to build tension. What should be a gripping crime drama ultimately falls flat. However, the film features excellent performances by Stephen Amell and Sean Astin, and it is complemented by beautiful cinematography.