Review of Days of the Bagnold Summer

If you weren't a British teenager that grew up in the suburbs in the late 90s/early 00s listening to metal, then the nuances of this film might be a bit lost on you. From the stereotypical high street, to the bookcases in the library - this film screams everyday British culture. While there are a few shaky performances, Monica Dolan should be commended for her portrayal of the single mum trying everything she can to reconnect with her son. Her subtle delivery of those classic parental lines are both comical and heartfelt in the same breath, allowing the viewer to sympathise both with her and her son (played by Earl Cave, son of Nick Cave). I really enjoyed this film from start to finish, and I'll look forward to seeing more from Simon Bird in the future.