THE WOODSMAN - Cable TV Film Review 25/12/06

Starting out along the lines of "Kissed" (about Necrophilia) and "The War Zone" (about Incest) it takes a very brave actor to take on the subject matter in "The Woodsman" (about Pedophilia) and have it seen by a wide audience. This film was pushed way back into the late night slot and it is probable that none of these films will reach far to the viewing public - as each is extremely harrowing in it's own way and very difficult to watch. It was only because Kevin Bacon was in it that I watched it at all and although he puts in an excellent performance it is painful. Not only is this a nasty matter but it is conflicting in it's various viewpoints. It really is an experience that each individual must watch and decide for themselves.