A thousand words new dawn

"A Thousand Words" is a 2012 American comedy-drama film directed by Stephen Kaplan and written by Stephen Kaplan and Nick Tomnay. The film stars Eddie Murphy, Kerry Washington, and Cliff Curtis.

The movie follows the story of Dr. Jack McCall (Eddie Murphy), a successful motivational speaker who is struggling to connect with his 10-year-old son, Jordan (Jacob Vargas). Jack's life is turned upside down when he receives a mysterious tree with a thousand leaves, each representing a word. As Jack tries to figure out the meaning behind the tree, he begins to lose his ability to speak and must find a way to communicate with his son and others before it's too late.

The film explores themes of communication, family, and personal growth, and features a mix of humor, drama, and heartwarming moments.