It is very tough growing up for kids these days. It gets even tougher when you have neighbours who are out of control. I got the feeling while watching this film that it felt like an English version of 'American Beauty'. While the plot is different it shares some of the themes and issues. There is also the similarity of what can go on under the surface of the average suburban home. I also liked how the film highlights another problem in society which is the false accusation and the impact it can have on people's lives. The film is seem through the eyes of a young girls so you see the events from a more innocent perspective which gives a unique way of seeing things. I really liked the way director Rufus Norris tells the story through his editing and camera work. It has a certain beauty and lyrical quality to it.
This would have to be one of Tim Roth's more restrained roles and the film is all the better for it. Tim has a really wonderful relationship with his co-star Eloise Laurence, which is another reason to see the film. Eloise is a brilliant young actress. She brings a great deal of authenticity to the role. Cillian Murphy is excellent as well in a more subdued role. Many of you will recognise Rory Kinnear as the assistant to M in the recent James Bond films. Here he plays a very different character and is brilliant at it. I also quite liked Robert Emms in his very emotional performance.
Further proof that the suburbs are not as sweet and innocent as they look. It might be a fairly familiar story but it has some great characters performed by some great actors.
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