---
title: "A Better Place"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-better-place-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 107499
imdb_id: "tt0118705"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 15
content_rating: "NR"
---

# A Better Place (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-better-place-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Better Place is a 1997 drama film written and directed by Vincent Pereira, starring Robert DiPatri and Eion Bailey. The story follows a high school outcast new to town who becomes friends with a violent loner still haunted by the death of his parents.

The film was produced in association with View Askew, Kevin Smith's production company, released to DVD by Synapse Films, and nominated for the Golden Starfish Award for Best American Independent Film.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A new high school outcast befriends a violent loner haunted by tragedy."

### Why Watch
- It features a compelling narrative about a high school outcast and a violent loner.
- It was written and directed by Vincent Pereira and stars Robert DiPatri and Eion Bailey.
- It was produced in association with Kevin Smith's production company, View Askew.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has an unrated status and may not appeal to viewers seeking mainstream commercial releases.
- Tone & Suitability: A 1997 drama film featuring a dramatic story about high school outcast dynamics and personal tragedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #high-school-drama, #unlikely-friendship, #violent-loner, #indie-film, #dramatic-conflict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | FlixFling | Hoopla | FlixFling |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Vincent Pereira
- **Networks / Studios**: View Askew Productions, Synapse Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Eion Bailey** as *Ryan*
- **Robert DiPatri** as *Barret*
- **Joseph Cassese** as *Todd*
- **Carmen Llywelyn** as *Augustine*
- **Brian Lynch** as *Eddie*
- **Bryan Sproat** as *Justin*
- **Molly Castelloe** as *Meg*
- **Gerald Rosamilia** as *Vice Dealer*
- **Mark SaFranko** as *Todd’s Father*
- **Jerry Rosamilia** as *Barret’s Father*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream A Better Place?
Streaming availability details are not provided in the sources.

### Q: Is A Better Place worth watching?
It was nominated for the Golden Starfish Award for Best American Independent Film and features a story involving a high school outcast and a violent loner.

### Q: What is the binge duration for A Better Place?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of A Better Place?
A Better Place is a feature-length film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Better Place — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/107499)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*