The read
It runs a compact 1h 21m.
Synopsis
A successful lawyer struck with blindness in middle age continues his battles in the courtroom with the assistance of his family. As his son deals with bitter memories of their relationship, he also seeks his father's respect and love and in the process learns to love in return.
Ratings
IMDb7.2/10
7 audience votes
Key crew
- Alvin RakoffDirector
- John MortimerWriter
Cast
- Laurence OlivierClifford Mortimer
- Alan BatesJohn Mortimer
- Jane AsherElizabeth
- Elizabeth SellarsMother
- Michael AldridgeHeadmaster
- Alan CoxSon as Boy
- Norman BirdHam
- Albert WellingJaphet
- James A. DownerReigate
- Susan LittlerMiss Cox
- Gay WildeMiss Baker
- Anthony SharpFilm Director