Gemma
Meg Tilly
Gemma is compelling and disturbing twist on the theme of Lolita, only this time we see both sides of child molestation and sexual abuse, hearing the voice of not only the adult predator, but that of the young victim as well.
After Hazen Wood kidnaps 12 year-old Gemma Sullivan, the two embark upon a cross-country journey that tests the limits of Gemma’s endurance. In graphic scenes of physical and sexual violence, Hazen tries to destroy the young girl’s will. It is only Gemma’s childlike resilience and fertile imagination that protect her from the worst of the abuse she suffers. And in the end, the healing power of unconditional love gives Gemma the courage to speak out against her abuser at last — reclaiming her dignity as a human being.
Meg Tilly is the author of Singing Songs. Ms. Tilly is best known for her film roles in The Big Chill and Agnes of God. She lives in British Columbia.
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