
Reviews — Aftersun
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Horseface
I had an embarrassing experience while watching—during what seemed like a really important part, I accidentally passed gas and began laughing at the awkwardness of it all. Then, as one of the characters on screen was crying, my laughter escalated, and I found myself unable to control it, even getting teary-eyed myself. That actually happened, and it ended up being my favorite part of the film. My brother suggested…
MarciaClarke
It’s hard to say I enjoyed it, because at times it felt quite dull; however, I was consistently uncomfortable and anxious while watching. It presents a study of a dad and his daughter, prompting reflection on the meaning of responsible parenting.
badelf
The film tackles a significant contemporary issue: overlooked mental health struggles. Initially, I want to acknowledge the superb performances; Paul Mescal was remarkable at depicting the quiet nature of depression. Frankie also made an impact, reminding me of another Ana Paquin. It's a moving narrative that seems to reflect the unresolved questions in Charlotte Wells’ own life journey. This one goes on my Letterbox…
Peter McGinn
I decided to check out this film because of its positive reception, not really based on what it was about or who starred in it. Now I’m left feeling a little unsure if I missed something—like maybe I'm not understanding it properly. Because honestly, the movie felt disorganized to me. While there were some visually interesting moments and the acting was decent, everything seemed disconnected and unclear. The shaky…
CinemaSerf
The film follows “Calum” (Paul Mescal) and his daughter "Sophie" (Frankie Corio) on a vacation in Turkey. The beginning felt like something out of "Carry on Abroad" (1972), with all the predictable travel mishaps, but they eventually find themselves enjoying a relaxed time by the pool, which allows us to see how they relate to one another. Brief conversations about their mother, who isn't present, reveal that Calum a…

