The Widower

Neville and Blake, a father and son coming to terms with the loss of their wife and mother Mary. When Neville is diagnosed as terminally ill his son Blake returns from boarding school and their unresolved feelings of loss re-surface. An unconventional and unique film that uses music and poetry as the narrative rather than dialogue, creating an emotionally insightful human drama.

Directed by Kevin Lucas

Cast

Chris Haywood

Neville

Frances Rings

Mary

Matt Dyall

Son

Blake Pittman

Young Son

Ben Harkin

Tony Barry

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