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Powerful 'Woodsman' broaches uncomfortable topic. Roger Ebert January 06, 2005. Tweet. May contain spoilers. Kevin Bacon stars as a pedophile released from prison and facing a world that does not accept or understand him in "The Woodsman."
Synopsis. Bacon plays Walter, a convicted child molester returning home to Philadelphia after a 12-year stint in prison. Walter finds that his friends and family have abandoned him, with the exception of his brother-in-law, Carlos (Benjamin Bratt).
Dec 24, 2004 · Summary. Kevin Bacon, an indispensable fixture of American cinema over the past 20 years, delivers his finest performance in The Woodsman, a harrowing and moving tale of one man’s attempt...
- Nicole Kassell
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A 2004 American independent drama film directed by Nicole Kassell, adapted from the play of the same name by Steven Fechter, who cowrote the screenplay adaptation with Kassell. The cast includes Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Eve, Mos Def, David Alan Grier, and Benjamin Bratt. Walter (Bacon), a convicted child molester, returns to his hometown ...
Summary. Watch this gripping drama about a child molester's struggle against his own inclinations if you want to see the problem of paedophilia handled with more intelligence, sensitivity and balance than the tabloids can muster – if not, then watch it for Kevin Bacon's performance.
Dec 24, 2004 · Overview. After twelve years in prison, Walter returns home. His family has abandoned him, save for his brother-in-law. Few know he's a sex offender and pedophile. Walter finds an apartment and is regularly visited by his parole officer. He gets a job at a lumber mill and starts seeing a coworker.
Dec 24, 2004 · Summary A harrowing and moving tale of one man's attempt to re-enter society after twelve years in prison. (Newmarket Films) Drama. Directed By: Nicole Kassell. Written By: Steven Fechter, Nicole Kassell. The Woodsman. Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 34 Critic Reviews. 72. User Score Generally Favorable Based on 22 User Ratings. 7.5.
