A reality type movie that is actually worth watching, Disclosure is immensely lifted by its simplicity as well as Geraldine Hakewill's magnetic performance. Unlike the reality shows that have clogged our screens with trash in recent years, this movie is surprisingly decent with a troubling but relevant subject matter about a little girl allegedly being sexually abused by a 9 year old boy. It boldly states that this and many other crimes are infiltrating our neighbourhoods and are increasing in their frequency. A sentiment I would agree with.
The girl's parents, Emily and Danny, are horrified to learn of the allegation and seek to alert child services, which is strongly opposed by the boy's parents, Bek and Joel, and the ensuing back and forth discussion grows increasingly bitter and hostile. Mostly the execution by cast and crew is well done but Mark Leonard as Danny does a particularly terrible job. Thankfully Geraldine Hakewill is fantastic in her role and she is a standout, lifting the atmosphere immensely and singlehandedly turning this into an enjoyable watch. Low budget devoid of gimmicky visual effects it's an honest and effective piece of Australian cinema.
The girl's parents, Emily and Danny, are horrified to learn of the allegation and seek to alert child services, which is strongly opposed by the boy's parents, Bek and Joel, and the ensuing back and forth discussion grows increasingly bitter and hostile. Mostly the execution by cast and crew is well done but Mark Leonard as Danny does a particularly terrible job. Thankfully Geraldine Hakewill is fantastic in her role and she is a standout, lifting the atmosphere immensely and singlehandedly turning this into an enjoyable watch. Low budget devoid of gimmicky visual effects it's an honest and effective piece of Australian cinema.