A Cry in the Dark
1,668
Mystery. Drama
Based on the true story of Lindy Chamberlain who was convicted and then completely exonerated in the death of her infant daughter. While holidaying at Ayer's Rock with her husband Michael and their three children, Lindy said she saw a dingo enter their tent and carry away their weeks-old infant daughter, Azaria. The initial coroner's inquest supported her version of events but the police continued their investigation eventually leading ... [+]
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United States | Los Angeles Times | "An unremitting, almost magisterial vision of a horrific, true-to-life incident." | POS |
United Kingdom | Empire | "The powerful performances and sharp script augment this revealing human drama." | POS |
United States | Chicago Reader | "Streep's beauty and talent and director Fred Schepisi's intelligence are both shown to best advantage" | POS |
United States | The New York Times | "Streep ... plays Lindy Chamberlain with the kind of virtuosity that seems to redefine the possibilities of screen acting." | POS |
United States | Chicago Sun-Times | "Streep's performance is risky, and masterful. (...) Rating: ★★★ (out of 4)" | POS |
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