Rotten
An overwrought family melodrama involving that hoariest of cliches, the reading of a will.
Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter
Overview
Serena, a young, gay introvert and her controlling older brother Nathan, are forced to endure a dreaded family gathering at the house of their elegant elderly Aunt Irene to hear the reading of her will - setting off an unexpected course of events that ultimately forces the clan to reevaluate their views on love, forgiveness, and family.
Director and cast
- Dominique Schilling Director
- Magda Apanowicz as Serena Hilgrim
- Nick Eversman as Nathan Hilgrim
- Marion Ross as Aunt Irene Hilgrim
- Roxanne Hart as Annabelle Hilgrim
- Ron Melendez as Chris Hilgrim
- Madeleine Falkskog as Bianca Hilgrim
- Michael Willens as Lester Milford
- Charles Marina as George
- Lauren McKenzie as Nathan's girlfriend in photo
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Top critics, in their words
Rotten
Though the performers are skilled, the melodramatic score and deliberate pace result in a piece that is overwrought but underdone.
Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times
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