Film Reviews by AR

A good cast were let down by a plodding script and a director who missed the chance to change the pace. I'm not sure if the editor was sticking to the brief but this old fashioned story of small town politics needed cuts. Unless you are an extra in this film, I'd give it a miss.

This is not a Hollywood blockbuster with a big budget, car chases and super effects. It's a real to life drama about finding yourself in a marriage with two kids, two cars and a conservatory and finding your life has little meaning. As a stay at home mum, Tara finds that her life and sense of self have hit a wall. I've known people in this position. Observing from outside the relationship, it is easy to see what needs to change. All the characters struggle through this situation. This film will never bother award ceromonies but the actors and the direction capture the sense of impotence felt by people in this position. A dull situation is transmitted to our screen.This is real life with a hint of grit and no sparkles.