CAST Ryan Phillippe Nastassja Kinski John Savage Shirley Knight Tyrin Turner Jenny Lewis Brent Jennings John Doman Devon Michael Adam Burke
THE PLOT: A teenager and his family are caught up in a nightmare life brought on by a disturbed father. Skeletons from the past which include murder and abuse come back to haunt the entire family.
THE LOWDOWN: This very adult and disturbing family drama made the rounds at various film festivals where it won Best Picture at three of them. The film is highly engrossing and unforgetable. To say that is not meant for everyone is an understatement. However, if you are mature enough to handle this rough picture than you will be greatly rewarded. There are excellent performances throughout and should not be missed, especially if you want to see Ryan in a very dramatic and thoughtful role.
RYAN'S PART: As the teenage son, Jimmy West, Ryan has a very difficult role. Unfortunately for him, he gets the worse end as the target of his father's wrath.