On New Year’s Day, I saw the film by acclaimed British director, Mike Leigh. I’m a big fan of his work (Secrets & Lies, Vera Drake), and his improvisational workshop method, which extracts amazing performances from actors, many of whom he uses again and again. Another Year is a character study about a happily married couple and their friends – in particular, a troubled and very lonely, single woman. It was uncomfortable for me to watch, as I kept making mental lists as to why this character’s life was nothing like mine. The more I think about the film, the more it pisses me off. And yet, Another Year is riveting. If you see it, please report back.
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