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Grievous Bodily Harm 1988

★ 4.88 votes96 min📅 1988-10-26

"When desire is obsession and passion turns to madness."

In Mark Joffe's tense 1988 psychological thriller *Grievous Bodily Harm*, a schoolteacher's life spirals into chaos when he becomes fixated on the idea that his wife's death wasn't an accident as everyone believes.

Director: Mark Joffe

Cast

Colin Friels
Colin Friels
Tom Stewart
John Waters
John Waters
Morris Martin
Bruno Lawrence
Bruno Lawrence
Det. Sgt. Ray Birch
Shane Briant
Shane Briant
Stephen Enderby
Caz Lederman
Caz Lederman
Vivian Enderby
Sandy Gore
Sandy Gore
Barbara Helmsley
Kerry Armstrong
Kerry Armstrong
Annie
Joy Bell
Claudine
Kim Gyngell
Kim Gyngell
Mick
Craig Ashley
Agostino

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grievous Bodily Harm (1988) about?

The film follows a schoolteacher who becomes convinced his wife's death wasn't an accident, challenging the official narrative with mounting paranoia. As he digs deeper, his obsession exposes dark truths and tests the limits of his sanity.

Who directed Grievous Bodily Harm?

Mark Joffe directed this unsettling thriller, bringing a sharp focus to psychological tension and moral ambiguity.

Who stars in Grievous Bodily Harm?

The film features Colin Friels in a standout role, supported by John Waters, Bruno Lawrence, Shane Briant, and Caz Lederman.

Is Grievous Bodily Harm (1988) worth watching?

With its gripping performances and moody atmosphere, *Grievous Bodily Harm* is a compelling watch for fans of crime dramas and psychological thrillers. Its unrated status leaves room for interpretation, but the thematic depth and tension make it memorable.

How long is Grievous Bodily Harm?

*Grievous Bodily Harm* runs for 96 minutes.

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About Grievous Bodily Harm (1988) — A Schoolteacher's Obsession Unravels in a Chilling Crime Drama

In Mark Joffe's tense 1988 psychological thriller *Grievous Bodily Harm*, a schoolteacher's life spirals into chaos when he becomes fixated on the idea that his wife's death wasn't an accident as everyone believes.

Colin Friels stars as the unraveling protagonist, alongside a standout cast including John Waters, Bruno Lawrence, and Shane Briant, delivering a gripping portrayal of obsession and suspicion. With its shadowy atmosphere and unsettling exploration of desire twisted into madness, this crime drama keeps viewers on edge as secrets unravel and paranoia takes hold. The film blends mystery with raw emotion, asking how far one will go when reality feels deliberately distorted.