Appropriate Adult2011

Director
Julian Jarrold

Actors

Emily Watson (Janet Leach)
Dominic West (Fred West)
Robert Glenister (Detective Superintendent John Bennett)
Sylvestra Le Touzel (Detective Constable Hazel Savage)
Monica Dolan (Rosemary West)
Anthony Flanagan (Mike)

Dramatisation of the case of serial killers Fred and Rose West, focusing on the way in which they were brought to justice.
A haunting psychological thriller based on the true story of the unusual relationship between serial killer Fred West and his “appropriate adult” Janet Leach. After volunteering as West’s appropriate adult – a person from the community who assists vulnerable adults facing criminal charges – Janet finds herself sitting with West during his highly-charged police interviews. As Fred quickly becomes dependent on Janet, he draws her deeper into his mind games and refuses to cooperate with the authorities. Janet struggles with the traumatic confessions she is forced to hear, but is driven by her sense of duty to the victims and their families to discover the truth. As the stability of her family is threatened and she begins to fear for her own mental stability, will Janet remain strong enough to see justice served?
“’Appropriate Adult’ is beautifully done.” – The Guardian
“An exacting crime drama that centers on two fine lead performances, ’Appropriate Adult’ is an authentic and often horrifying look at evil personified.“ – Andy’s Film Blog
“There is humour in the grotesque, and ’Appropriate Adult’ was brave enough to show it.” – The Telegraph