Sólo sabes realmente lo que tienes cuando estás a punto de perderlo.
Wayne (Robert Redford), un conocido empresario, y Eileen Hayes (Helen Mirren) son una pareja que parece haber alcanzado el sueño americano. Pero todas sus ilusiones saltan por los aires cuando él es secuestrado por un hombre (Willem Dafoe) a plena luz del día. A medida que avanza la investigación del FBI, Eileen se entera de que detrás de las amables apariencias se esconde una vida llena de secretos, mentiras y miserias. Por su parte, Wayne, que siempre se había jactado de ser un astuto negociador, descubre, de repente, que su destino está en manos de un hombre que no tiene nada que perder y mucho que ganar.
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Robert Redford
Wayne Hayes
Fans of Robert Redford might enjoy his role in 'The Clearing' because it showcases a different shade of his acting prowess compared to his most iconic performance in '
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.' While in the latter, Redford embodied a charming and adventurous outlaw, in 'The Clearing,' he portrays a more subdued and psychologically complex character caught in a suspenseful kidnapping drama. An interesting detail about his role in 'The Clearing' is that Redford performed many of his own stunts, adding authenticity to the tension and emotional depth of his character's predicament.
Helen Mirren
Eileen Hayes
Fans of Helen Mirren might appreciate her role in 'The Clearing' as it showcases her ability to convey complex emotional depth and resilience, much like her iconic performance as Queen
Elizabeth II in '
The Queen.' Both roles emphasize her strength and nuanced portrayal of intense personal and psychological challenges. Interestingly, in 'The Clearing,' Mirren plays a mother dealing with a child's kidnapping, which contrasts with the regal composure she maintained as the monarch, allowing viewers to see her versatility. An unexpected detail is that Mirren was initially hesitant about the role due to its dark themes but was drawn to the script because of the intricate family dynamics it explored.
Willem Dafoe
Arnold Mack
Fans of Willem Dafoe will appreciate his role in 'The Clearing' for its subtle yet intense portrayal of complex emotions, showcasing his ability to convey vulnerability and threat simultaneously. Unlike his most iconic performance as the menacing Green Goblin in '
Spider-Man,' where his character is overtly villainous and theatrical, in 'The Clearing' Dafoe's character is more grounded and psychologically nuanced, revealing layers of desperation and moral ambiguity. An interesting detail is that Dafoe agreed to this role because the script's themes resonated with him personally, and he embraced the challenge of playing a character with a quiet but menacing presence, contrasting sharply with his typically more flamboyant roles.
Diana Scarwid
Eva Finch