A domineering but charismatic rancher wages a war of intimidation on his brother's new wife and her teen son, until long-hidden secrets come to light.
The feel-good atmosphere of the wellness resort cannot calm the tense mood between mother and daughter. They relentlessly criticise each other. Ultimately, in the hot sauna, there is no escape for either of them.
Alison Bruce (born 1962) is a New Zealand television and film actress, who starred in the 1999 feature Magik and Rose. She also appeared in the teen series Being Eve, Xena: Warrior Princess and had a recurring role as Simula in Young Hercules.