Circle of Violence: A Family Drama
1986, English. Directed by David Greene.
Georgia Benfield, at her wit's end, loses control and begins physically abusing her elderly mother, just as Georgia had been abused herself as a child. As family and friends slowly begin to learn of the abuse, and long-buried family secrets come to light, both mother and daughter must learn to accept the past, to change what is happening at present in order to face a better future.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- David GreeneDirector
- Tuesday WeldGeorgia Benfield
- Geraldine FitzgeraldCharlotte Kessling
- Peter BonerzPeter Benfield
- River PhoenixChris Benfield
- Philip SterlingJim McLane
- Zoaunne LeRoyFlorence McLane
- Ellen TravoltaMarion
- Sue GiosaDr. Kalmeir
- Christina Maria HutterAddie
- Bradley LiebermanMark
- Jeanne DoughertyNeighbor
- Jeanette MillerWoman Singer
Details
- Released
- 12 October 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Wood
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Circle of Violence: A Family Drama: quick answers
Is Circle of Violence: A Family Drama worth watching?
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How long is Circle of Violence: A Family Drama?
Circle of Violence: A Family Drama runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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Circle of Violence: A Family Drama parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Circle of Violence: A Family Drama is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Circle of Violence: A Family Drama on?
Circle of Violence: A Family Drama isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 12 October 1986. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Circle of Violence: A Family Drama?
If you liked Circle of Violence: A Family Drama, try I'll Be Home for Christmas, A Home of Our Own, Death of a Salesman.
Who directed Circle of Violence: A Family Drama?
Circle of Violence: A Family Drama (1986) was directed by David Greene and stars Tuesday Weld, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Peter Bonerz.