psychological thriller,writer,tutor,woman director,independent film

The Lesson (2023)

Poster for The Lesson

Who is teaching whom?

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Alice Troughton
  • Profile picture of Richard E. Grant
    J.M. Sinclair Richard E. Grant
  • Profile picture of Julie Delpy
    Hélène Sinclair Julie Delpy
  • Profile picture of Daryl McCormack
    Liam Sommers Daryl McCormack
  • Profile picture of Stephen McMillan
    Bertie Sinclair Stephen McMillan
  • Profile picture of Crispin Letts
    Ellis Crispin Letts
  • Profile picture of Tomas Spencer
    Interviewer Tomas Spencer

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Keywords

  • psychological thriller
  • writer
  • tutor
  • woman director
  • independent film