A sensitive drama about incest based on a number of case studies. Penny tries to make her mother and younger sister face the reality of her situation as a victim of parental incest. The film is gripping in its portrayal of the helplessness experienced by members of a family confronting the reality of incest. Cast, Alyson Best, Russell Newman, Melissa Jaffer, Julie, Tyler, Nick Holland, Susannah Fowle, Barbra Joss, Harold Kissin. Written by Debra Oswald.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
017551
Language
English
Subject categories
Amateur & Student Films → Student films - Australia
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Sex crimes
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Family - Psychological aspects
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Sex crimes
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)