Jamie’s father takes him away from the institution despite the headmaster’s concern about his return home. At home, he dismisses Jamie’s emotional distress and argues with him over a damaged gift and a disputed name. His rejection and failure to care properly deepen Jamie’s sense of abandonment.
Jamie's distant father, who assumes responsibility for him but fails to provide the care and acceptance Jamie needs.
Paul Kermack has 11 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work is anchored in the Bill Douglas Trilogy universe with 3 titles. Signature works include My Way Home, Hugh MacDiarmid: Rebel Poet, Eclipse. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
