Max Lewis

The film examines some complex dilemmas within three generations of one family. Through the painting of a portrait we are asked to consider: Is it ever better not to know some things than to know them? Does secrecy protect or damage those we love? Can all things be forgiven and forgotten?

ロンドン郊外の中等学校に勤めるベテラン教師バーバラは、新任の美術教師シーバとの間に友情を見出そうとする。やがて二人は仲良くなるが、シーバは男子生徒と情事にふけり……。オスカー女優競演による官能サスペンス。