1970s, rural England. Richard and Juliette’s seemingly idyllic family life is thrown into turmoil when their son Ewan starts acting out of character, creating an insurmountable wedge between the once happy couple.
At Starve Acre, their remote family home, archeologist Richard buries himself in exploring a folkloric myth that the ancient oak tree on their land is imbued with phenomenal powers. While Juliette turns to the local community to find some kind of peace, Richard obsessively digs deeper.
Director Daniel Kokotajlo
Screenplay Daniel Kokotajlo
Producers Emma Duffy, Derrin Schlesinger, Tessa Ross, Juliette Howell
Cast Morfydd Clark, Matt Smith
Sales agent Cornerstone
UK distributor BFI Distribution
North American distributor Brainstorm Media
Broadcaster BBC
Credits summary A House Productions film, supported by BBC Film, BFI and Access Entertainment
Festival highlights BFI London Film Festival