Product Description

This fine but shocking drama (which Ted Turner paid for and then refused to show on his cable outfits), based on the novel by Dorothy Allison, concerns extensive abuse endured by a girl (Jena Malone) at the hands of her stepfather (Ron Eldard), while her mother (Jennifer Jason Leigh) looks the other way. Anjelica Huston made her directorial debut with this film and demonstrates that talent also runs in the family when behind the camera. Difficult to watch but mitigated by Huston's intelligent approach and sense of balance--as well as outstanding performances--this is a significant film best left to the most mature audiences. --Tom Keogh *** Imported from S. Korea *** Original English language *** Optional Korean subtitle ***

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #10951 in DVD
• Formats: NTSC, Color, Subtitled, Import
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 90 minutes

Customer Reviews

Movie Collector
Man was this movie amazing!!! It was extremely sad and horrid to watch; but I couldn't stop. This little girl is a great actress. It's just amazing how the movie plot was made and how well hse acted it out. Made me want to cry and scream all at once. Funny because I had seen this movie a while back and was looking for it. I found it and glad to add it to my collection.

Great Movie
This is an awesome movie. It leaves no stone unturned. Great acting, Great directing. One of the best movies I've seen.
I recommend any one who is 18 and older to see this movie.

Heartbreaking
This is one of the saddest films I've ever seen. There are at least three separate parts in the movie where I feel nauseous, angry, and depressed all at the same time. To me, a film that evokes such emotion is worth watching.
The acting and the storyline are perfect.