Richard, a successful New York accountant, has a chronic stuttering problem that causes great exhaustion and personal strife for him. After trying a number of different therapies to alleviate his condition, Richard travels to Roanoke, Virginia, where he enters the Hollins Institute, a treatment center devoted to the research and cure for stuttering. Here, Richard's painful memories form the core of this poignant drama.
Cast
Austin Pendleton
Richard Patterson
Michael Murphy
Ross
Barbara Eda-Young
Tippy O'Shea
Dan Shor
Julian
Louise Fletcher
Mother
Michael Tolan
Dr. Howard
Clifton James
State Trooper
Brian Backer
Salesman
Dan Lauria
Tow Truck Driver
Karen Howard
Richard's wife
András Márton
Andrew Kovacs
Beatrix Porter
Waitress
Leo Steiner
Hot Dog Vendor
Catherine Stoeckel
Clinician