The Portrait

The Portrait (2014) on 123movies: drama film starring Joss Ackland and Juliet Stevenson. Plot summary, full cast and release details. The film examines some complex dilemmas within three generations of one family. Through the painting of a portrait we are asked to consider: Is it ever better not to know some things than to know them? Does secrecy protect or damage those we love? Can all things be forgiven and forgotten?