The Strange Thing About the Johnsons(2011)
I love you, Dad, but this makes it hard.
A suburban father gets trapped in a one-sided incestuous relationship with his abusive son.
Movie: The Strange Thing About the Johnsons
Top 10 Billed Cast
Sidney
Isaiah
Joan
Young Isaiah
Grace
Marianne
Mrs. Freeman
Howard
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