Haunted by memories of his father murdering a family, Arlis Sweeney prefers to keep to himself, focusing his energy on his work. One day, the traumatic past that eats away at him returns when he meets Kay Davies, a woman connected to the bloody event. Against all odds, Arlis and Kay fall in love; however, when his father, Roy, reappears in his life -- with the coldhearted Ginnie in tow -- Arlis must deal with his past demons.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The director bets on details: a gesture, a glance, a pause. In a good drama this is what says the most — and that principle is upheld here.
Worth watching if you're in the mood for serious cinema. Not background viewing — it demands attention.
For viewers who can watch slow cinema and value the human element in stories.
Director: Steve Kloves
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: In quiet, in the evening. Better alone or with someone who watches films seriously.
Meg Ryan
Kay Davies
Dennis Quaid
Arlis Sweeney
James Caan
Roy Sweeney
Gwyneth Paltrow
Ginnie
Julia McNeal
Sarah Willets
Ron Kuhlman
Clem Willets
Jerry Swindall
Young Arlis
Ryan Bohls
Scotty Willets
Ez Perez
Boy in Suit
Craig Erickson
Tiny Ted
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