Things We Lost in the Fire Timeline ( Real )

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October 3, 2007

Release of 'Things We Lost in the Fire'

The film 'Things We Lost in the Fire' was released in theaters.

Things We Lost in the Fire Timeline ( Fictional )

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Day 0 - Brian's Passing

Brian's Death

Brian, Audrey's husband, dies from a drug overdose, leaving Audrey and her children devastated.

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Week 1 post Brian's death

Audrey Invites Jerry

Audrey invites Brian's best friend, Jerry, a recovering heroin addict, to live with her to help raise the children and support each other in grief.

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Week 2 post Brian's death

Jerry Moves In

Jerry moves into Audrey's house and begins adjusting to new routines with the family while working through his sobriety challenges.

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Month 1 post Brian's death

Jerry Attends AA Meetings

Jerry actively participates in Alcoholics Anonymous meetings as part of his ongoing recovery process.

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Month 2 post Brian's death

Tension Between Audrey and Jerry

Tensions arise between Audrey and Jerry as they both struggle with grief and their complicated new family dynamics.

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Month 3 post Brian's death

Jerry Intervenes to Protect Audrey

Jerry protects Audrey from a threatening situation, deepening their emotional connection.

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Month 4 post Brian's death

Audrey and Jerry Grow Closer

Audrey and Jerry develop a closer bond, navigating feelings of grief, love, and support.

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Month 5 post Brian's death

Jerry Relapses

Jerry suffers a relapse in his sobriety, leading to emotional turmoil for the household.

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Month 6 post Brian's death

Jerry Seeks Help and Returns to Sobriety

After relapse, Jerry recommits to recovery and re-establishes his sobriety efforts.

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Month 7 post Brian's death

Audrey and Jerry Find New Hope

Together, Audrey and Jerry find a sense of hope and healing amidst the lasting pain of loss.