An English couple--Bri (Alan Bates) and Sheila (Janet Suzman)--contemplate the Christmastime mercy killing of their daughter Jo who, suffers from cerebral palsy. Using dark humor to deal with their daughter’s situation, they struggle to find a humane way for her to find peace. Intelligent drama from playwright Peter Nichols ("Georgy Girl") and director Peter Medak ("The Ruling Class") co-stars Joan Hickson, Elizabeth Robillard, Peter Bowles, Sheila Gish. 107 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.