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The Woodsman

  • 20042004
  • RR
  • 1h 27m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
33K
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Kevin Bacon in The Woodsman (2004)
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A child molester returns to his hometown after 12 years in prison and attempts to start a new life.A child molester returns to his hometown after 12 years in prison and attempts to start a new life.A child molester returns to his hometown after 12 years in prison and attempts to start a new life.

IMDb RATING
7.2/10
33K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Nicole Kassell
  • Writers
    • Steven Fechter(play)
    • Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Kevin Bacon
    • Kyra Sedgwick
    • Yasiin Bey
Top credits
  • Director
    • Nicole Kassell
  • Writers
    • Steven Fechter(play)
    • Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Kevin Bacon
    • Kyra Sedgwick
    • Yasiin Bey
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 232User reviews
    • 134Critic reviews
    • 72Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 wins & 20 nominations

    Videos3

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    Photos53

    Eve in The Woodsman (2004)
    Kevin Bacon and Benjamin Bratt in The Woodsman (2004)
    Nicole Kassell in The Woodsman (2004)
    Kevin Bacon in The Woodsman (2004)
    Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick in The Woodsman (2004)
    Yasiin Bey in The Woodsman (2004)
    Kyra Sedgwick in The Woodsman (2004)
    David Alan Grier and Nicole Kassell in The Woodsman (2004)
    Kyra Sedgwick in The Woodsman (2004)
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    Nicole Kassell at an event for The Woodsman (2004)
    Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick at an event for The Woodsman (2004)

    Top cast

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    Kevin Bacon
    Kevin Bacon
    • Walteras Walter
    Kyra Sedgwick
    Kyra Sedgwick
    • Vickias Vicki
    Yasiin Bey
    Yasiin Bey
    • Sgt. Lucasas Sgt. Lucas
    David Alan Grier
    David Alan Grier
    • Bobas Bob
    Eve
    Eve
    • Mary-Kayas Mary-Kay
    Benjamin Bratt
    Benjamin Bratt
    • Carlosas Carlos
    Carlos Leon
    Carlos Leon
    • Pedroas Pedro
    Michael Shannon
    Michael Shannon
    • Rosenas Rosen
    Kevin Rice
    Kevin Rice
    • Candyas Candy
    Hannah Pilkes
    Hannah Pilkes
    • Robinas Robin
    Jessica Nagle
    • Annetteas Annette
    Liam Daniels
    • Boy at Playgroundas Boy at Playground
    Joey Hazinsky
    • Cherubas Cherub
    Clara Hopkins Daniels
    • Little Girl on Busas Little Girl on Bus
    • (as Clara Infinity Daniels)
    Ashley C. Coombs
    • Girl on Busas Girl on Bus
    Floriane Miniscloux
    • Girl in Mallas Girl in Mall
    • (as Floriane Maniscloux)
    Aunt Dot
    • Saleswomanas Saleswoman
    Spencer Ross
    • Sportscasteras Sportscaster
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Nicole Kassell
    • Writers
      • Steven Fechter(play) (screenplay)
      • Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
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    Storyline

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    After twelve years in prison, Walter arrives in an unnamed city, moves into a small apartment across the street from an elementary school, gets a job at a lumberyard, and mostly keeps to himself. A quiet, guarded man, Walter finds unexpected solace from Vickie, a tough-talking woman who promises not to judge him for his history. But Walter cannot escape his past. A convicted sex offender, Walter is warily eyed by his brother-in-law, shunned by his sister, lives in fear of being discovered at work, and is hounded by a suspicious local police officer, Detective Lucas. After befriending a young girl in a neighborhood park, Walter must also grapple with the terrible prospect of his own reawakened demons. —Sujit R. Varma
    • pantyhose
    • f rated
    • male nudity
    • male rear nudity
    • based on play
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    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • What's the worst thing you ever did?
    • Genre
      • Drama
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for sexuality, disturbing behavior and language
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      As research, director Nicole Kassell interviewed sex offenders, as well as therapists who worked with them.
    • Goofs
      The first time Sgt. Lucas enters the room, he notices the cherry table that Carlos brought back. The plant is already there, even though Vicki doesn't bring it to Walter until later.
    • Quotes

      Vickie: So, what did you do?

      Walter: I molested little girls.

      Vickie: [laughs in disbelief]

      Walter: 12 years in prison is no joke.

    • Connections
      Featured in The 20th IFP Independent Spirit Awards (2005)
    • Soundtracks
      Chop Wood, Carry Water
      Written by Kevin Bacon
      Performed by The Bacon Brothers
      Courtesy of Forosoco Music

    User reviews232

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    It takes guts
    I know this is a controversial subject and will most likely not earn Kevin Bacon - or at least the movie makers - any good points with a lot of people, but I urge people to keep an open mind.

    Walter - Kevin Bacon - is released after 12 years in prison for child molestation. He is trying to get back on track when he meets Vickie - Kyra Sedgwick - who makes him feel a bit better about himself. The movie portrays Walter's struggle with his past, his crime and his new life.

    The characters and the crime are not romanticized. The movie can even a bit abrasive as it drills down to the truth and shows you the things just as they are.

    I think it takes guts to portray a controversial subject like this one and I certainly think it takes guts to play a role like Walter's. Excellent performances by Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick and Mos Def.
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    • Tvandiejie
    • Jan 1, 2005

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 28, 2005 (Greece)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Keresteci
    • Filming locations
      • Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
    • Production companies
      • Dash Films
      • Lee Daniels Entertainment
      • The Woodsman LLC
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,576,231
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $53,985
      • Dec 26, 2004
    • Gross worldwide
      • $4,678,405
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 27 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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