Affliction

"Like father like son...?"

Feb 19 1999 R 1h 54m
Drama, Mystery, Thriller

A small town policeman must investigate a suspicious hunting accident. The investigation and other events result in him slowly disintegrating mentally.

Plot

Boston University professor Whitehouse tells of the events leading up to the disappearance of his older Wade. The police officer who investigates is deeply troubled, and the murder case drains his mental acuity to the point of a total mental collapse.

Written by

Russell Banks, Paul Schrader

Directed by

Paul Schrader

Production Countries

United States of America, Japan, Canada

Production Companies

Largo Entertainment, Kingsgate Films, JVC

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 19 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
20,374
Average Rating
6.9 out of 10
Metascore
79
Popularity
NA