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The Lesson

The Lesson

Who is teaching whom?

20235.71h 43m

Overview

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.

Directed by Alice Troughton
Written by Alex MacKeith
Produced by Judy Tossell, Fabien Westerhoff, Camille Gatin
Box Office0Revenue: $311K

Top Cast

Richard E. Grant

Richard E. Grant

J.M. Sinclair

Julie Delpy

Julie Delpy

Hélène Sinclair

Daryl McCormack

Daryl McCormack

Liam Sommers

Stephen McMillan

Stephen McMillan

Bertie Sinclair

Crispin Letts

Crispin Letts

Ellis

Tomas Spencer

Tomas Spencer

Interviewer

J

Joseph Meurer

Felix Sinclair

Themes & Keywords

psychological thrillerwritertutormind gamewoman directorslow burnindependent film

About The Lesson

The Lesson is a thriller, drama film released in 2023 exploring themes of psychological thriller, writer, tutor, mind game, woman director, slow burn. Directed by Alice Troughton, it stars Richard E. Grant, Julie Delpy, Daryl McCormack. 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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