Golden Years is a well crafted treat that will more than likely strike a chord with the older generation. It's certainly not a laugh a minute film ,but has a careful mix of drama and old fashioned fun. A film that has a great cast from the past and present. It's one of those little gems that comes along in British film once in a while. Credit to the writing team for producing something fresh that is built on great story telling, rather than non-stop special effects and action.
Brad Moore is an absolute joy to watch. His character (DC Stringer) thinks of himself as a media sensation, determined to upstage the older detective investigating the bank robberies at every given chance. Bernard Hill is fantastic as always and plays his character for real.
John Miller who has very little to show in regards to previous film credits, directs with a natural tone and energy. He certainly knows how to stage the tender moments, and the outright slapstick in a near perfect fashion.
The result is a very enjoyable film indeed.
The result is a very enjoyable film indeed.