Abuse was directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr..

Abuse stars Richard Ryder, Raphael Sbarge, Steve James, Kathy Gerber.

Where can I watch Abuse?

You can watch Abuse with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.

Abuse (1983)

Name: Abuse
Genre: Drama
Released: 1983-04-15
Duration: 94 min
Rating: 4.9

Movie ★ 4.9 94 min

Drama

Brutally abused by his parents, teenage Thomas finds comfort in associating with a film director who is making a documentary about physical child abuse. The two fall in love, and the elder is faced with the decision of either running away with Thomas or focusing on his career and thereby letting the boy possibly be beaten to death.

Arthur J. Bressan, Jr. Director Arthur J. Bressan, Jr. Writer

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Quick facts

Released: April 15, 1983
Runtime: 94 min
Rating: NR
IMDb: tt0083517
Country: United States
Language: English

Themes

Cast

Richard Ryder Larry Porter

Raphael Sbarge Thomas Carroll

Steve James Dr. Bennett Kathy Gerber Kathy Logan Jack Halton Prof. Rappaport Mickey Clark Laura Maurice Massaro Mr. Carroll Susan Schneider Mrs. Carroll

Luba Mason Sara Kathy Giotta Elaine Tracy Vivat Amy Billy Lux Aaron Paul Peterson David

David Schachter Mark

Jean Garrett Dean Kinkaid Pamela Poitier Samantha Jeffrey Olmstead Richard Blake Carol Siskind Telephone Operator

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Frequently asked questions

What is Abuse about?: Brutally abused by his parents, teenage Thomas finds comfort in associating with a film director who is making a documentary about physical child abuse. The two fall in love, and the elder is faced with the decision of either running away with Thomas or focusing on his career and thereby letting the boy possibly be beaten to death.
Who directed Abuse?: Abuse was directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr..
Who stars in Abuse?: Abuse stars Richard Ryder, Raphael Sbarge, Steve James, Kathy Gerber.
When was Abuse released?: Abuse is a 1983 drama film.
Where can I watch Abuse?: You can watch Abuse with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.