The Outsider
The Outsider

The Outsider

1983TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

London-based journalist, Frank Scully, arrives in Wrathdale expecting to visit his friend Donald Harper for a few days en route to Scotland, where Frank plans to finally write his novel. But when the death of the Mickelthorpe Messenger's fire-and-brimstone editor leaves its new owner in a lurch, Donald persuades Frank to stay on as temporary editor.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: James TobackGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman named 'Apple' lives a life on the fringes of society, struggling with drug addiction and a past that haunts her. She finds herself drawn to a mysterious and dangerous world, navigating complex relationships and facing the consequences of her choices. The film explores themes of redemption, self-destruction, and the search for identity in a gritty urban landscape.

Critical Reception

The Outsider received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the raw performances and atmospheric direction, many found the narrative disjointed and the characters unsympathetic. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Susan Dey's performance as the troubled protagonist was often cited as a rare bright spot.
  • The film's gritty atmosphere and exploration of dark themes were noted, but often overshadowed by a lack of clear narrative direction.
  • Many critics found the pacing uneven and the story difficult to connect with.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to ascertain specific audience sentiment. General availability suggests it did not resonate widely with the public.

Fun Fact

Tom Waits, known for his distinctive gravelly voice and experimental music, plays a supporting role as a character named 'Chester' and contributed significantly to the film's dark and brooding atmosphere.

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