Damage
The life of a respected British politician at the height of his career crumbles when he becomes obsessed with his son's lover.
Critics Sentiment
Devastated Ingrid confronts Stephen about the affair and betrayal
Martyn discovers Stephen and Anna in bed and falls to his death
The film plunges from Anna rekindling the affair to the devastating discovery and death of Martyn, then rebounds with critics praising Richardson's powerhouse performance.
Critics appreciated the film's elegant examination of destructive obsession, particularly praising the opening attraction and Richardson's climactic performance. While some found the passion between Irons and Binoche unconvincing, most recognized the sophisticated handling of psychological damage. The film maintains critical respect despite its emotionally devastating trajectory.
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Jeremy Irons
Dr. Stephen Fleming
Juliette Binoche
Anna Barton
Miranda Richardson
Ingrid Fleming
Rupert Graves
Martyn Fleming
Peter Stormare
Peter Wetzler
Gemma Clarke
Sally Fleming
Ian Bannen
Edward Lloyd
Julian Fellowes
Donald Lyndsay, MP
Leslie Caron
Elizabeth Prideaux
Tony Doyle
Prime Minister
Ray Gravell
Raymond
Susan Engel
Miss Snow
David Thewlis
Detective
Benjamin Whitrow
Civil Servant
Jeff Nuttall
Trevor Leigh Davies MP
Roger Llewellyn
Palmer
Jason Morell
Young Man at Sotheby's
Barry Stearn
Prime Minister's Aide
Linda Delapena
Beth
Francine Stock
TV Interviewer
Crew
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