Final Recourse is a thriller film released in 2013 directed by Barbara Stepansky and produced by Fusion Films. The film features Teri Polo as a wealthy and successful businesswoman named Brooke Holton.
Brooke is happily married to her husband Sean and they have two children. However, their idyllic life is shattered when their son is killed in a hit-and-run accident. Brooke becomes consumed with grief and falls into substance abuse, alienating herself from her family and friends.
Several years later, Brooke's daughter is kidnapped and held for ransom. Brooke is forced to confront her past mistakes and fight to rescue her daughter. However, her investigation into the kidnapping leads her to suspect that someone close to her may be involved.
The film also features supporting performances from Chazz Palminteri as a detective assigned to the case and Richard Burgi as Brooke's husband.
Final Recourse received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its lead performances and thrilling narrative. The film's themes of grief, addiction and family estrangement struck a chord with audiences, making it a popular choice for fans of dramatic thrillers.