Young Adam 2003 Drama/Romance Movie "Young Adam" is a 2003 British erotic drama film directed by David Mackenzie, based on the 1954 novel of the same name by Alexander Trocchi. The movie follows Joe Taylor, a young drifter played by Ewan McGregor, who works on a barge owned by Les and his wife Ella, portrayed by Peter Mullan and Tilda Swinton, respectively.
The story takes a dark turn when Joe and Les discover a young woman's corpse floating in the water. As the police investigate and arrest a suspect, it becomes evident that Joe knows more about the drowned woman than he's letting on. The film explores Joe's past relationship with the dead woman, Cathie, played by Emily Mortimer, and his complex dynamics with Ella. The narrative unfolds as a mystery, thriller, and romance, set against the backdrop of 1950s Glasgow.
Cast: Ewan McGregor, as Joe Taylor Tilda Swinton, as Ella Gault Peter Mullan, as Les Gault Emily Mortimer, as Cathie Dimly Jack McElhone, as Jim Gault