The Portrait

The Portrait

1993 · 90 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama, TV Movie

After a long absence, artist Margaret Church returns to her aging parent's home to finish a portrait of them, only to to discover that her parents have decided to sell their home.

Directed by Arthur Penn · Written by Tina Howe

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