
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
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