Rent Days of the Bagnold Summer (2019)
3.4 of 5 from 85 ratings
1h 26min
- General info
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- Synopsis:
- Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, 'Days of the Bagnold Summer' is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel (Earl Cave) was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad's new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together. An epic war of wills ensues in their suburban home as Daniel just wants to listen to heavy metal and start a band while his mom hopes to rekindle the fun times they used to have together. Featuring original songs by Belle and Sebastian.
- Actors:
- Monica Dolan, Earl Cave, Elliot Speller-Gillott, Tamsin Greig, Ony Uhiara, Rob Brydon, Paul Michael Bradley, Alice Lowe, Grace Hogg-Robinson, Nathanael Saleh, George Wilkins, Alfie Todd, Tim Key, Gurlaine Kaur Garcha, Sophie Steer, Lesley Harcourt, Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness, Rodrig Andrisan, Alex Ashman, Olivia Buckland
- Directors:
- Simon Bird
- Producers:
- Matthew James Wilkinson
- Writers:
- Lisa Owens, Joff Winterhart
- Studio:
- Anti Worlds Releasing
- Genres:
- Comedy, Drama, Music & Musicals
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 25/04/2022
- Run Time:
- 86 minutes
- Languages:
- English
- Subtitles:
- English Hard of Hearing
- DVD Regions:
- Region 2
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 2.35:1
- Colour:
- Colour
- Bonus:
- Making of Featurette Featuring Exclusive Interviews with Cast and Crew
- Theatrical Trailer
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 25/04/2022
- Run Time:
- 86 minutes
- Languages:
- English Dolby Digital 5.1
- Subtitles:
- English Hard of Hearing
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 2.35:1
- Colour:
- Colour
- BLU-RAY Regions:
- B
- Bonus:
- Exclusive 'Making of' Featurette
- Deleted Scenes
- Influences and Inspirations - A Video Essay by Director Simon Bird
- Monica Dolan and Earl Cave Screen Test
- 3 Shorts by Joff Winterhart
- Unseen Stills
- Exclusive Filmed Interview with Joff Winterhart
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Reviews (2) of Days of the Bagnold Summer
Charming, poignant comedy-drama from a first-time director and screenwriter - Days of the Bagnold Summer review by Christopher Chiu-Tabet
Days of the Bagnold Summer is a perfectly fine and funny film, and definitely doesn’t overstay its welcome at only 90 minutes. First-time director Simon Bird displays a quiet confidence behind the camera, with the cinematography by Simon Tindall largely eschewing close-ups in favor of wide shots. Monica Dolan is great as Sue, perfectly embodying that mild-mannered friend every British woman seems to have. The movie’s main challenge is ensuring her son Daniel remains sympathetic throughout, which is easier said than done, but as the film continues, you start to remember your own conflicts with your parents, and perhaps your own struggles making friends.
Full review here: http://www.multiversitycomics.com/reviews/bagnold-summer-movie/
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So-so 'little film' from Britain, full of teenage grumpiness. - Days of the Bagnold Summer review by PV
This is apparently adapted from a graphic novel - I never read these so I have no idea if this was a best seller or not.
Anyway, this is what I call a 'little film' - a little British film. Not very cinematic, more suited to TV maybe, very domestic, gentle, domestic.
I enjoyed it as a quirky funny comedy - not one to guffaw at, but just to smile wryly. Some of the teenage lines are great, as are the mother's reaction. The actor playing the 15 year old, Earl Cave, is 18+ here, and arguably looks it. Ever so slightly stereotyped and the scenario with the kids' band and the teacher played by Rob Bryden do not ring true. More cartoon character drama - well it is from a graphic novel.
But hey, a gentle watch. I enjoyed it for what it was. 3 stars. Just.
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