The Deep End
Director: Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Actors: Tilda Swinton, Goran Visnjic, Jonathan Tucker
PlotMargaret Hall, a devoted mother, discovers that her teenage son, Beau, may be involved in a relationship with an older man, Darby Reese. Concerned for his welfare, she confronts Darby. However, things take a dark turn when Darby is found dead near their lakeside home. In a desperate bid to protect her son, Margaret attempts to cover up any potential involvement, disposing of key evidence that might link Beau to the incident.
As she navigates this perilous situation, her efforts attract the attention of a shady character named Alek Spera, who uses the situation to leverage his own agenda. Margaret finds herself entangled in a web of blackmail and moral dilemmas as she tries to keep her family safe. The tension escalates, forcing her to make increasingly difficult and dangerous decisions as the layers of deception begin to unravel.
Writers: Elisabeth Sanxay Holding, Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Release Date: 31 Aug 2001
Runtime: 101 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
The Deep End, while faltering into melodrama, is elevated by Tilda Swinton's superb performance, and the Blu-ray's top-notch video and audio quality make it recommended.
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