12 Sep 1979
Scum
Powerful, uncompromising drama about two boys' struggle for survival in the nightmare world of Britain's notorious Borstal Reformatory.
Maya Dardel
An internationally respected poet announces she is going to kill herself and needs an heir and executor. Young writers drive up the mountain to compete for the position and are challenged intellectually, emotionally, and erotically.
Top Billed Cast
Lena Olin Maya
Nathan Keyes Ansel
Alexander Koch Paul
Chris Voss Moses
Jordan Gavaris Kevin
Rosanna Arquette Leonora
Ryan Masson Applicant #5
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