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Feature film — 2023

The Lesson (2023)

5.71h 43mThriller — Drama

Liam, an aspiring and ambitious young writer, eagerly accepts a tutoring position at the family estate of his idol, renowned author J.M. Sinclair. But soon, Liam realizes that he is ensnared in a web of family secrets, resentment, and retribution. Sinclair, his wife Hélène, and their son Bertie all guard a dark past, one that threatens Liam’s future as well as their own.

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A high-signal pick with 86 votes.

Film Constellation / Poison Chef / Egoli Tossell Pictures / Jeva Films

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Director: Alice Troughton

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Cast & crew

Richard E. Grant as J.M. Sinclair

Richard E. Grant

J.M. Sinclair

Julie Delpy as Hélène Sinclair

Julie Delpy

Hélène Sinclair

Daryl McCormack as Liam Sommers

Daryl McCormack

Liam Sommers

Stephen McMillan as Bertie Sinclair

Stephen McMillan

Bertie Sinclair

Crispin Letts as Ellis

Crispin Letts

Ellis

Tomas Spencer as Interviewer

Tomas Spencer

Interviewer

J

Joseph Meurer

Felix Sinclair

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