Bastard Out of Carolina
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- Synopsis
- Accomplished actress Anjelica Huston, daughter of John Huston, made her directorial debut with this absorbing, often wrenching story of child abuse in the 1950s American South....
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- Starring
- Jennifer Jason Leigh, Ron Eldard, Jena Malone, Glenne Headly, Lyle Lovett
- Director(s)
- Anjelica Huston
- MPAA Rating
- R
- Runtime
- 97 min.
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Critic Reviews
The pic is a quality item earmarked for serious auds by its nonexploitative handling of potent material, the strong work of debuting helmer Anjelica Huston and striking perfs from young newcomer Jena Malone, Jennifer Jason Leigh and others.Read the full review
Huston's movie seems to disappoint some who've read the novel, but the forlorn humanity that triumphs over the depravity and poverty is unforgettably affecting. [13 Dec 1996, p.1D]Read the full review
First-time director Anjelica Huston's frightening film about child abuse is a jolt. And be forewarned: The violence is brutal and the molestation and rape scenes of a child are repugnant. [15 Dec 1996, p.3]Read the full review
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