I bought this film, knowing that Shane Meadows had made This Is England and Dead Man's Shoes, and knowing that Paddy Considine was electric in everything in which I've seen him.
I cannot say that I was disappointed in this film. It is not as powerful as This Is England, nor is it as funny, nor as gripping as Dead Man's Shoes. However, in saying that, it is a decent film, with some rather good performances from the entire cast. Not much happens in this film, but then again, it is more about the characters than the situations they face.
It is a decent couple of hours' worth of entertainment. The film is not too heavy, and not to light, and well worth a look in. Once again, Considine draws the audience into this character, and adds a sympathetic, childish, innocence whilst maintaining an air of intimidation throughout. He really is a brilliant actor.
Not Meadows' best work, but his portfolio gets better by the year.
I cannot say that I was disappointed in this film. It is not as powerful as This Is England, nor is it as funny, nor as gripping as Dead Man's Shoes. However, in saying that, it is a decent film, with some rather good performances from the entire cast. Not much happens in this film, but then again, it is more about the characters than the situations they face.
It is a decent couple of hours' worth of entertainment. The film is not too heavy, and not to light, and well worth a look in. Once again, Considine draws the audience into this character, and adds a sympathetic, childish, innocence whilst maintaining an air of intimidation throughout. He really is a brilliant actor.
Not Meadows' best work, but his portfolio gets better by the year.