Fairhaven (film)

Fairhaven is a 2012 American independent drama film written and directed by Tom O'Brien. It stars Tom O'Brien, Chris Messina, and Sarah Paulson. The film revolves around three friends reconnecting in the small coastal town of Fairhaven, Massachusetts, exploring themes of friendship, loss, and personal identity.

The plot centers on Jon (O'Brien), a writer struggling with writer's block and the recent death of his father. He is visited by his two childhood friends: Dave (Messina), a successful lawyer running from his own life, and Angela (Paulson), a free-spirited woman who forces them to confront their past and present challenges.

Fairhaven premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in April 2012 and received limited theatrical release. The film was generally well-received by critics for its performances and character-driven narrative.