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the Premier..

posted 12 years ago by petracoates1
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I couldn't find where to review and rate this so I'm just doing it here...

As the mother of a child who was a victim (survivor) of a pedo (her father).. you really did nail it... as a mother, the feeling of guilt for not knowing what was going on for so long, not stopping what was happening, not taking the fker out when he was found out, is heart wrenching and totaly unforgivable in the eyes of a mother, our role is to protect the child above all else, sometimes we fail and a pedo wins... for me this was soul destroying..
I totally loved the movie and what it portrayed, and walked out feeling better than I have felt in almost a decade.. you see, for me.. ????? wasn't on that pool table.. my daughters father was.. and Derek turned my dreams/thoughts/wishes into reality.. thanks very much for the opportunity to see what I have pictured everyday for what seems an eterinity, has been played out for me in your film and even some things I hadn't thought of doing (but were wickedly imaginative)... I slept better after seeing it.. I don't know why but I feel a little free-er.. still not totally guilt free, not sure that will ever happen, but definately lighter.. thanks again Chris and cast of Daddy's Little Girl...

Thanks again Chris
Petra Coates/Kettle

[–] caclaxton66 12 years ago

Hi Petra,
Thank you for your posting and it's sad to know you have been in some way a 'victim' to this unacceptable issue. As a cast member (I played the Dentist), it makes me proud to know that we as a cast and crew have been able to lift some of the pain from your shoulders.
I wish you and your child only the best in life from here on. Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings on such a difficult subject.
Craig Claxton.

[–] petracoates1 12 years ago

Thanks Craig,

You and the cast and crew should be proud, it's an extreamly difficult subject, and to get it right on so many levels is just amazing. My daughter was also at the premier, she is 23 now... she laughed, cried and loved every bit... she's in a good place in her life now, as am I... being able to talk about it and express thoughts and feelings is the best therapy for this type of thing..
Chris gave me the ultimate honour of being an extra in the neighbourhood scene.. I was one of the people that Michael (Derek) asked if I had seen his little girl.. you don't see much of me, just hair and glasses and purple shirt, but I was there, I got a line... I helped, and I loved every minute of it... the greatest therapy..
I can't wait to see this movie be a box office hit...
thanks again for replying to my post, I was a bit chuffed to read it *a someone who's going to be famous replied to my post type feeling*
lots of smiles here..
oh and just for the record... we are not "victims" we prefer to think of ourselves as "survivors"
Thanks again Craig :)

Petra Kettle

[–] caclaxton66 12 years ago

Hi Petra,

Firstly, allow me to apologise for the terminology. I really love the fact you prefer to use the term of "survivor", as it is more uplifting and in itself shows a strong path to moving forward with your and your daughters lives! :)

I am very proud to have been involved with Daddy's Little Girl and I agree that Chris has done an outstanding job for those who want to speak up, yet find it difficult.

To know that you and your daughter enjoyed the experience and are now able to look forward is quite humbling. Thank you sharing your kind words to the DLG team.

I wish you and your daughter all the success you deserve in life.

Cheers,

Craig.

PS: Great job as an 'Extra' in your scene by the way! I do remember it and even your part helped make the film a success! :)

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[–] seang-11 12 years ago

Petra

You are a survivor and we are very proud if you!

Just reading your message makes me proud that we nailed it... And that we helpe one survivor feel good And judicated.... This is our biggest award! Thank you!!
X Sean Gannon