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.
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7.2/10
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- Director
- Writers
- Steven Fechter(play)
- Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
- Stars
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- Director
- Writers
- Steven Fechter(play)
- Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
- Stars
- Awards
- 7 wins & 20 nominations
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- Steven Fechter(play) (screenplay)
- Nicole Kassell(screenplay)
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Storyline
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
- Taglines
- What's the worst thing you ever did?
- Genre
- Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
- Rated R for sexuality, disturbing behavior and language
- Parents guide
Did you know
- TriviaAs research, director Nicole Kassell interviewed sex offenders, as well as therapists who worked with them.
- GoofsThe 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.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The 20th IFP Independent Spirit Awards (2005)
- SoundtracksChop Wood, Carry Water
Written by Kevin Bacon
Performed by The Bacon Brothers
Courtesy of Forosoco Music
Top review
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.
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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- Jan 1, 2005
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $1,576,231
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $53,985
- Dec 26, 2004
- Gross worldwide
- $4,678,405
- Runtime1 hour 27 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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