Past Tense (2014 film)

Past Tense is a 2014 American television film directed by David Burton Morris and starring Erika Christensen, Emmanuelle Vaugier, and Tahmoh Penikett. The film is a thriller centered around a woman named Gabby (Erika Christensen) who, upon inheriting her family's lake house, discovers a dark secret and becomes entangled in a dangerous mystery.

The plot revolves around Gabby uncovering hidden messages and clues left behind by her deceased parents, leading her to suspect that their deaths were not accidental. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a network of deception, betrayal, and long-held secrets within her family and the local community. She finds herself in danger as someone attempts to stop her from uncovering the truth.

The film explores themes of family secrets, grief, and the pursuit of truth. The cast includes Emmanuelle Vaugier as Julia and Tahmoh Penikett as Ryland, characters who play significant roles in Gabby's investigation and the unraveling of the mystery. Past Tense was released on television in 2014.