When a Man Falls is a 2007 drama film directed by Ryan Eslinger. The film follows the intertwined lives of three men in their late 20s living in Los Angeles. The first is Donnie (Dylan Baker), a married father who is struggling with a secret desire for other men. The second is Royce (Timothy Hutton), a failed writer who has become an alcoholic and is struggling to find a purpose in life. The third is Thomas (Pruitt Taylor Vince), a religious man who has lost faith and is dealing with inner turmoil.
Donnie's secret desires lead him to start an extramarital affair with a much younger man, leaving him torn between his love for his wife and family and his own desires. Royce, on the other hand, begins to spiral out of control due to his addiction to alcohol, leading him to lose his job and his friends. Thomas, who has always relied on his faith to guide him, begins to question his religion and his purpose in life.
As the film progresses, the three men's lives become more and more intertwined, culminating in a dramatic and emotional conclusion. When a Man Falls explores themes of identity, addiction, faith, and love, and offers a poignant and honest portrayal of the struggles many people face in their lives.
