The Widower (2004)

Neville and Blake, a father and son coming to terms with the loss of their wife and mother Mary. When Neville is diagnosed as terminally ill his son Blake returns from boarding school and ... See full summary »

Director:

Kevin Lucas

Writers:

Les Murray (poems), Lyndon Terracini

Stars:

Tony Barry, Matt Dyall, Ben Harkin

1 win & 2 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Tony Barry
Matt Dyall	...	Son
Ben Harkin
Chris Haywood	...	Neville
Blake Pittman	...	Young son
Frances Rings	...	Mary

Storyline

Neville and Blake, a father and son coming to terms with the loss of their wife and mother Mary. When Neville is diagnosed as terminally ill his son Blake returns from boarding school and their unresolved feelings of loss re-surface. An unconventional and unique film that uses music and poetry as the narrative rather than dialogue, creating an emotionally insightful human drama.

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Genres:

Musical | Drama

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Details

Country:

Australia Sweden UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 September 2004 (Canada)

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

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