Hollow Reed 1996

Hollow Reed 1996

Hollow Reed 1996
1h 44min | Drama, Romance | 24 June 1996 (USA)

Storyline:

Following the break-up of his marriage after revealing his homosexuality, GP Martin Wyatt loses custody of his son Oliver to his now ex-wife Hannah and her new partner Frank. It is not long, however, until Oliver appears at the house of Martin and his new lover Tom claiming to have been beaten up by boys in the park. After another incident, Martin puts two and two together and comes to the conclusion that Frank has been beating Oliver without Hannah’s knowledge. Martin then begins a long courtroom custody battle to win back his son.

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for violence including child abuse, a strong sex scene and language

User review:

This film provides some of the best performances and best casting of any film I have ever seen. The child, Oliver, is compelling in a way I have never seen before, and the major roles are exquisitely performed by all. The story will keep you on edge, and the twists and turns of the plot are totally enthralling and surprising. Film-making at its very best. The climax of the film is one of the best scenes I have ever seen in any movie. Superb.

Director: Angela Pope
Writers: Neville Bolt(based upon an original story by)Paula Milne
Stars: Sam Bould, Martin Donovan, Ian Hart
Countries of origin: United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, France
Language: English
Also known as: Believe Me
Filming locations: Bath, Somerset, England, UK