Lynne Deragon
An overheard conversation leads a woman into a dark world of deadly intrigue in this political thriller. Silvia Broome (Nicole Kidman) is an African émigré who works as an interpreter at the United Nations. One of the languages she understands is Ku, a dialect spoken in her home country of Matobo. One day, as the General Assembly auditorium is being evacuated for a routine security sweep, Broome overhears a man speaking in Ku, who makes a cryptic statement that could be interpreted as a threat against the life of Zuwanie (Earl Cameron), Matobo's controversial ruler. Secret Service agent Tobin Keller (Sean Penn) is brought in to investigate Broome's story, and it isn't long before he's convinced that she knows more than she's willing to tell. As Keller and his partner, Dot Woods (Catherine Keener), dig deeper into Broome's story as well as her past, they discover a shocking tale of violence and corruption tied to Zuwanie's regime. The Interpreter was directed by Sydney Pollack, who also appears in a brief supporting role. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Nicole Kidman, Sean Penn, (more)
- 2002
Brian (Gale Harold) and Justin (Randy Harrison) engage in some group sex. Later, Brian's sister, Claire (Kirsten Kieferle), pays a visit and insists that Brian help her take care of their mother (Lynne Deragon). When Brian reluctantly takes his mom to church, he's a little surprised to learn that her parish priest, Reverend Tom Butterfield (John Ralston), whom she speaks of very fondly, was a participant his recent orgy. When his mother discovers that Brian is gay, she tells him he's going to Hell, and he considers shattering her illusions about her church. Ted (Scott Lowell) discovers a perk of success when he attracts the attention of Thor (David Christo) one evening at Babylon. But Ted is so exhausted from working so hard that he doesn't know if he'll be able to perform sexually. Emmett (Peter Paige) gives him some Viagra, which turns out to work a little too well. Michael (Hal Sparks) risks humiliating himself in a desperate effort to get Ben (Robert Gant) to give him another chance. He also risks damaging his relationship with Deb (Sharon Gless), who still doesn't want Michael dating a man who's HIV-positive. ~ Josh Ralske, All Movie Guide
- 2001
Brian (Gale Harold) is in the middle of a three-way when he gets a phone call. The news that his father died doesn't slow him down. The boys are hanging out at the diner later when Brian nonchalantly gives them the news. Justin (Randy Harrison) finds out that Daphne (Makyla Smith) has a boyfriend. She's worried about having sex for the first time, and wants someone experienced, namely Justin, to deflower her. Michael (Hal Sparks) thinks Brian should be with his family, but can't drag him out of Babylon. Ted (Scott Lowell) runs into Blake (Dean Armstrong), apologizes for accusing him of stealing his wallet, and tells him to come see him if he ever needs anything. Blake shows up at Ted's later, swears he's clean, and asks to stay. Brian finds his father's treasured bowling ball while preparing for the funeral. His sister, Claire (Kirsten Kieferle), asks people to share their memories of Dad at the reception. Brian remembers that Jack told his mother to get an abortion when she was pregnant with him. Justin and Daphne nervously prepare to copulate. Justin tells her, "Afterwards, let's not get weird." Emmett (Peter Paige) continues to chide Ted for trusting Blake. Ted accuses Emmett of being jealous. Emmett later catches Blake talking to a dealer, and warns him to stay away from Ted. After the funeral, Brian drunkenly comes on to Michael, who rejects his advances. Later, Daphne tells Justin that she broke up with her boyfriend, and she's also told her friends about what happened between them. When Justin makes it clear that he was only doing her a favor when they had sex, a rift forms between them. Blake disappears, and Ted goes on a frantic search for him. Brian pays a special tribute to his departed father. ~ Josh Ralske, All Movie Guide
- 1999
Set in a Nova Scotian fishing community, the made-for-TV Blue Moon focuses on a group of local citizens who are under the financial pressure of a land-grabbing tycoon. Particularly hard hit is restaurant manager Cass Medieros (Sharon Lawrence), who not only may have her property sold out from under her, but is also experiencing serious problems with her marriage. Despite these tribulations, family values emerge triumphant over so-called progress. This film represents the final screen appearance of Richard Kiley, here rather incredibly cast as the son of Kim Hunter--who was almost exactly the same age as he! Based on a novel by Luann Rice, Blue Moon debuted April 11, 1999 on CBS. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
