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The Lesson

Movie·2023·Thriller, Drama·1h 43m·5.7 (83)·Directed by Alice Troughton

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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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Richard E. GrantRichard E. GrantJ.M. SinclairJulie DelpyJulie DelpyHélène SinclairDaryl McCormackDaryl McCormackLiam SommersStephen McMillanStephen McMillanBertie SinclairCrispin LettsCrispin LettsEllisTomas SpencerTomas SpencerInterviewer
Joseph Meurer
Joseph MeurerFelix Sinclair

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