I went to see this on release day with high expectations because of the cast and they were more than met. Emily Watson plays an Irish woman in a small fishing village whose son arrives unexpectedly from abroad. He's the prodigal son - wants to take over the family business, has unresolved issues with his father. But - as the film goes on - you realise he may have a darker side. Paul Mescal plays the son and is absolutely riveting - initially similar to the Normal People character he's famous for, but becomes much darker as the film progresses. Without spoiling the story - something happens that puts Emily Watson's character in a very difficult place - and her actions have repercussions that tear through the family and the village. The film is beautifully made - it looks and sounds great and the sountrack is wonderful. But it's the performances that really stand out - Watson and Mescal and in particular Aisling Franciosi who has an important role as a young woman in the community. It's emotionally complicated, and says a lot about many current issues. I loved it.

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