6.2/10
478
10 user 3 critic

Black and Blue (1999)

TV-14 | | Drama | TV Movie 17 November 1999
Black and Blue Poster
After a woman's husband beats and abuses her, she and her son join the witness protection program and move away secretly.

Director:

Paul Shapiro

Writers:

Anna Quindlen (novel), April Smith (teleplay)

Stars:

Mary Stuart Masterson, Anthony LaPaglia, Will Rothhaar | See full cast & crew »
Reviews

On Disc

at Amazon

1 nomination. See more awards »

Photos

See all 7 photos »
Learn more

More Like This 













◄ Prev 6 Next 6 ►

Next »
Black and Blue (2016)
Documentary
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.1/10 X  

A documentary about police brutality that follows a DJ beat up by off duty DEA agents, a man arrested for filming a police officer, and many others as they fight for justice for their loved ones.

Director: Dylan Avery
Stars: Alan Alves, Cheryl Dorsey, Cassandra Fairbanks
Next »
Sleeping with the Devil (TV Movie 1997)
Drama | Thriller
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6/10 X  

Moving Drama about a women (Shannen Doherty) recovering from a domestic violence relationship, only her former partner still wants her - even if it means killing her.

Director: William A. Graham
Stars: Shannen Doherty, Tim Matheson, Bonnie Bartlett
Next »
A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story (TV Movie 1989)
Biography | Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.8/10 X  

Tracy Thurman was married to a man who abused her. But he continues to harass her after she gets a restraining order, and the police do little to help. When he brutally beats her and ... See full summary »

Director: Robert Markowitz
Stars: Nancy McKeon, Dale Midkiff, Graham Jarvis
Next »
The Resident (2011)
Drama | Horror | Mystery
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5.3/10 X  

When a young doctor suspects she may not be alone in her new Brooklyn loft, she learns that her landlord has formed a frightening obsession with her.

Director: Antti Jokinen
Stars: Hilary Swank, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lee Pace
Next »
Black and Blue (2009)
Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5.3/10 X  

With a meth-addict for a mother and a non-existent father, AMBER (17) doesn't have much in this world, except for one thing...her music. Through circumstances beyond her control Amber ends ... See full summary »

Director: Jill Maxcy
Stars: Christine Evans, Zach Harmon, Derrick Denicola
Next »
Black & Blue I
Drama
Not yet released

Ralph Waddy was the first African American detective promoted without having obtained the rank of Sergeant. Waddy applied street justice at the private request of Chief Darryl Gates. Gates ... See full summary »


Next »
Black and Blue I (2019)
Action | Crime | Drama
Not yet released

'Black and Blue' is an action thriller about a rookie cop (Naomie Harris) who inadvertently captures the murder of a young drug dealer on her body cam. After realizing that the murder was ... See full summary »

Director: Deon Taylor
Stars: Reid Scott, Naomie Harris, Frank Grillo
Next »
Sleeping with the Enemy (1991)
Drama | Thriller
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.2/10 X  

A young woman fakes her own death in an attempt to escape her nightmarish marriage, but discovers it is impossible to elude her controlling husband.

Director: Joseph Ruben
Stars: Julia Roberts, Patrick Bergin, Kevin Anderson
Next »
Men Don't Leave (1990)
Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.6/10 X  

A mother of two sons finds life considerably difficult on her own after the death of her beloved husband. Due to debt she must move them to Baltimore, and deal with the hardships and all ... See full summary »

Director: Paul Brickman
Stars: Jessica Lange, Kathy Bates, Arliss Howard
Next »
...First Do No Harm (TV Movie 1997)
Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.8/10 X  

The story of one woman's struggle against a narrow-minded medical establishment.

Director: Jim Abrahams
Stars: Meryl Streep, Fred Ward, Seth Adkins
Next »
The Book of Stars (1999)
Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.8/10 X  

After their parents' untimely death in a car accident, Penny struggles to take care of her younger sister Mary, who suffers from an incurable disease. A precocious former poet, Penny has ... See full summary »

Director: Michael Miner
Stars: Mary Stuart Masterson, Jena Malone, Karl Geary
Next »
Lethal Vows (TV Movie 1999)
Drama | Mystery | Thriller
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.5/10 X  

A seemingly upstanding, caring husband and father, Dr. David Farris, is accused of foul play by his ex-wife Ellen regarding the mysterious death of his subsequent wife Lorraine. To prove ... See full summary »

Director: Paul Schneider
Stars: John Ritter, Marg Helgenberger, Megan Gallagher
Edit

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mary Stuart Masterson ... Frances Benedetto
Anthony LaPaglia ... Bobby Benedetto
Will Rothhaar ... Robert Benedetto
Sam Robards ... Mike Riordan
Beau Starr ... Tommy Walsh
Sabrina Grdevich ... Grace Ann Flynn
Elizabeth Saunders ... Cindy Roerbacker (as Elizabeth Brown)
Allegra Fulton ... Patty Bancroft
Victoria Snow ... Sheila Walsh
Conrad Dunn Conrad Dunn ... Enrique
Jake Goldsbie ... Bennie Castro
Janet Bailey ... Dr. Winnie Clark
Joanna Merlin ... Ann Benedetto
Bryon Bully Bryon Bully ... Jonathan
Claudio Masciulli Claudio Masciulli ... Uncle Vito
See full cast »
Edit

Storyline

After a woman's husband beats and abuses her, she and her son join the witness protection program and move away secretly.

Plot Summary | Add Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

abuse | stethoscope | latex gloves | new life | new identity | See All (11) »

Taglines:

She Knows It Is Only A Matter Of Time Before He Finds Them... See more »

Genres:

Drama

Certificate:

TV-14 | See all certifications »

Parents Guide:

Add content advisory for parents »
Edit

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 November 1999 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Noir comme l'amour See more »

Filming Locations:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Evolve Entertainment, CBS Productions See more »
Show more on IMDbPro »

Technical Specs

Runtime:

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
See full technical specs »
Edit

Did You Know?

Trivia

Last film of Susan Douglas Rubes. See more »

Quotes

Mike Riordan: Can I just be with you right now?
See more »

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.

User Reviews

A great story about the grim truth of domestic violence
16 October 2010 | by ichocolat – See all my reviews

This is a great film, based upon a simple premise, albeit one we assume we understood when in fact we knew little about, and which most of us just couldn't care less.

The underlying premise is about domestic violence. About how dangerous it can be, about the physical and emotional impact on the victims. Yet, most of us seems to think of it as a small matter, and to ridicule the issue and belittle others who claimed to be victims of it.

The casting is very good, especially LaPaglia (who also stars in a TV series called 'Without a Trace'). And Rothraar is a darling, he embraces the character very well, worthy of a nomination in the awards.

The combination of great casting and the story premise equals a very good film. I personally recommends the film for others, especially to those who wants to know more about the issue.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.  Was this review helpful to you? | Report this
Review this title | See all 10 user reviews »
Getting Started | Contributor Zone »

Contribute to This Page

Free Movies and TV Shows You Can Watch Now

On IMDb TV, you can catch Hollywood hits and popular TV series at no cost. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free!

Dune
La La Land
The Karate Kid
Marie Antoinette
The Pursuit of Happyness...

Browse free movies and TV series

Stream Trending Movies With Prime Video

Enjoy a night in with these popular movies available to stream now with Prime Video.

Start your free trial


Clear your history

Recently Viewed