
2025 • 1h 47m • Drama
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Availability
Available between Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Available in US
Language
English
Closed Captions
English
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About the film
Oscar has devoted his life to his disabled son, Billy—but he’s also a high-functioning alcoholic. When a colon cancer diagnosis forces him to confront the question he’s long feared—“Who will care for my son when I’m gone?”—he seizes a last chance to help Billy gain independence. Spotting a help-wanted sign at a nearby grocery store, Oscar races against time to teach his son the skills he needs to land his first job and start a life on his own.
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Director
Anthony Lucero
Writer
Anthony Lucero
Awards & recognition
Heartland Film Fest
Best Premiere
Santa Monica Film Festival
Best Feature
Breaking Down Barriers
Audience Award
What people are saying
“I was completely riveted for every second of every minute, the momentum is relentless. Lucero completely immerses the audience into the world of Oscar and Billy, and suddenly, a simple bagging job becomes this crucial lifeline to survival...Even if you don’t think you are going to like it, you are sure to love it, which is another great movie-viewing feeling, just like a hot cup of [Frank] Capra.”
Michael Talbot-Haynes
“The Paper Bag Plan is a powerful reminder of how resilience and community can transform difficult circumstances into moments of possibility. I recommend this film for its authentic storytelling and its ability to spark meaningful conversations about inclusion, accessibility and agency.”
Isaac Zablocki, ReelAbilities
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