In the raw, character-driven drama "Need," director Rob Nilsson crafts an intimate portrait of lives intersecting on the margins of society. The film follows a disparate group of individuals, each grappling with their own profound sense of lack—whether it be for connection, purpose, or redemption. Their paths collide in unexpected ways, forcing them to confront the voids within themselves and the often desperate measures taken to fill them. Written by Whit Anderson, the story unfolds with a gritty, vérité realism, immersing the audience in the characters' daily struggles and fleeting moments of hope. As their stories weave together, the central tension builds around whether these fractured souls can find what they need in each other, or if their searches will only lead to further isolation. This compelling narrative explores the universal human yearning for something more, painting a poignant and unflinching look at the resilience of the human spirit.