The read
It runs a compact 25m.
Synopsis
While on a seaside holiday with his family, a teenage boy becomes infatuated with a young woman accompanying them as a housekeeper. As his older brother begins a relationship with her, the boy’s frustration grows, leading to actions that disrupt both the family dynamic and the fragile relationships around him. The conflict culminates in a breakdown of trust between the brothers.
Ratings
TMDB9/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- P.J. HoganDirector
- Peter MillerOriginal Music Composer
- P.J. HoganWriter
Cast
- Jeremy ShadlowAlex
- Alison DaviesMargaret
- Jeffrey RhoeMichael
- Anna NorthBrenda
- Anne BriskMother
- Frank HainesFather
- Sam GilchristAlex (young)
- Clair CrowtherMargaret's Mother
- Wallace LogueMan in Bus Shelter
Themes
first crushsummer holidaykid brothersummer house