Desc: The Deepening: Directed by Ted Alderman, Jim O'Rear. With Jim O'Rear, Gunnar Hansen, Debbie Rochon, Ted Alderman. THE DEEPENING follows a troubled N.Y. fireman suffering from PTSD after working the events of 9-11. Seeking a fresh start, he relocates to a small town. His nightmares, however, do not subside as the population of the town decreases.