I want to start by mentioning that plot isn’t something I prioritize very much when watching films. However, this movie manages to succeed in several areas, making for an enjoyable experience. The visuals are strong, the rhythm is well-handled, and the performances are good. It presents close connections in a way that feels new, and in my opinion, doesn't happen often enough. I also felt that the depiction of fami…

It’s another reimagining, and this one subverts a film from the early 2000s that was built around objectifying women, reshaping it into a story about growing up within a family. The movie does feature some nudity, particularly from the mother's character. There aren’t many bras to be seen, but I found myself wondering where all the explicit content went. Wouldn’t an ice cream parlor scene with exposed breasts have be…

The narrative builds to a significant point in its final moments, and Fiona Shaw delivers commendable work occasionally, yet I found myself largely perplexed by this rather superficial story. Rose (Shaw) has been unable to walk for nearly two decades and secured a loan against her home to pay for treatment at a specialized facility overseen by Gomez (Vincent Perez). Her daughter, Sophia (Emma Mackey), while clearly d…