The read
It runs a compact 53m.
Synopsis
A disturbing drama about a young mother who physically abuses her baby. Feeling overwhelmed and aware that she's not coping after the birth of her third child, she sends desperate cries for help. But her mother, husband, neighbour and clinic sister do not recognise the seriousness of the situation until the baby ends up in hospital with a fractured skull. A heart-wrenching film that illustrates the experiences of many women who suffer from post-natal depression.
Ratings
IMDb8.2/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Donald CrombieDirector
- Donald CrombieWriter
- Anne DevesonWriter
Cast
- Jacki WeaverDianne
- Brendon LunneyRoss
- Michelle JarmanTracey
- Nerida ClarkKate
- Jeremy LettsJamie
- Betty LucasFlorence
- Willie FennellRob
- Cecily PolsonSusan
- Ray MeagherDes
- Melissa JafferMrs. Hammond
- John OrcsikFang
- Lorna LesleyTricia