The Dead

Year: 1987

Runtime: 83 mins

Language: English

Director: John Huston

DramaMoving relationship storiesPassion and romanceHeartbreaking and moving family dramaTouching and sentimental family stories

A sweeping, joyous and unconventional love story unfolds after a lively holiday dinner. The celebration quickly turns tense as a husband and wife confront the thorny issues that have been straining their marriage, exposing hidden emotions and testing their bond.

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