Rabbit Hole Timeline ( Real )

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December 11, 2006

Original Play 'Rabbit Hole' Premieres

David Lindsay-Abaire's play 'Rabbit Hole,' on which the movie is based, premiered at the Manhattan Theatre Club in New York City.

filming
2009

Filming of 'Rabbit Hole' Completed

Principal photography for the movie 'Rabbit Hole' was completed.

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December 30, 2010

'Rabbit Hole' Film Premiere

The film 'Rabbit Hole' had its premiere.

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March 18, 2011

'Rabbit Hole' Film Release

The movie 'Rabbit Hole' was released theatrically in the United States.

Rabbit Hole Timeline ( Fictional )

family_tragedy
Year 0, Month 1

Family's Child Death

Becca and Howie lose their only child, Danny, in a tragic accident, which shapes the entire narrative and their grieving process.

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Year 0, Month 6

Becca Meets Jason

Becca starts to reconnect with Jason, a teenager who knew her son, as part of her coping mechanism and to find some closure.

therapy
Year 0, Month 8

Becca and Howie Attend Therapy Sessions

The couple tries to mend their strained relationship by attending therapy sessions together to address their grief and differences in coping.

relationship
Year 1, Month 2

Becca Attempts New Relationship

Becca goes on a date with a man named Auggie, signaling her tentative steps back into life after loss.

family_conflict
Year 1, Month 4

Confrontation About Danny's Death

Becca and Howie confront their feelings and blame around Danny's death during a heated fight, revealing their emotional turmoil.

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Year 1, Month 5

Becca Decides to Adopt a Dog

In an attempt to heal, Becca decides to bring a dog into the household, symbolizing a step forward for the family.

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Year 1, Month 6

Final Reconciliation

Becca and Howie come to a greater understanding of each other's grief and commit to moving forward together.