Not a Stranger is a drama film directed by James Russo and written by Matthew Ryan Fischer. The movie revolves around a young man, Ethan Wilkins (played by Jemma Dallender), who sets out to fulfill his lifelong dream of becoming a doctor. However, his plans are derailed by his father's illness and subsequent death, leaving him financially drained and emotionally shattered.
In order to continue his studies and support himself, Ethan takes a job as a caretaker for an elderly man, Mr. Boothby (played by Richard Harrington). As he forms a bond with Mr. Boothby, Ethan also becomes involved with the man's granddaughter, Alex (played by Jessica Madsen), who has been estranged from her family for years.
As Ethan balances his personal life and studies, he begins to struggle with the ethical dilemmas that come with working in the medical field, leading him to question his own motivations and the sacrifices he is willing to make in order to achieve his goals.
The film explores themes of family, love, sacrifice, and morality, as Ethan navigates the challenges of becoming a doctor while also trying to find his place in the world. Not a Stranger has received mixed reviews, with many praising the performances of the cast but criticizing the heavy-handed approach to the film's moral dilemmas.
