One Night (2005 film)

One Night is a 2005 American independent drama film directed by Katt Shea. The film stars Melissa Etheridge, as herself, alongside Brenda Bakke and Timothy Carhart. It explores themes of domestic violence and its impact on a family through interwoven storylines and perspectives. The narrative follows a troubled woman attempting to cope with the aftermath of abuse, a child grappling with the violence he witnesses, and a therapist (Etheridge) who tries to help them. The film is known for its unflinching portrayal of abuse and its attempt to offer a realistic, rather than sensationalized, depiction.