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By Seveneight
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Brilliant performances from some of the UK's finest - Shaun Evans particularly, troubled by his recent past. As the story unfolds it becomes apparent that this is as much about the distant past and childhood relationships - and how what went before stays with us and shapes what we become. Worth investigating for the personal tensions that exist from almost the opening scene, for clever use of dream imagery and for the energy, both positive and negative in the relationships between the three key characters.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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'Wreckers' is a film that stays with you long after the credits have rolled; a film you have to watch more than once; a film that leaves you concerned for the characters, in their fictitious futures. The three lead actors, each well known in their own right for other roles, inhabit their characters so completely as to become unrecognisable as themselves.
Claire Foy is the innocent bystander who finds herself caught up in the filial tension between her husband and brother in law; Shaun Evans is the vulnerable man/boy, damaged by his childhood and traumatised by his experiences as a soldier on active service; Benedict Cumberbatch is the loving husband and caring professional but with a darker side to his character, a menace that lurks beneath the surface, burns through his eyes and occasionally explodes in sudden bursts of extreme violence.
The film is beautifully shot in muted shades, at superb locations, creating an atmosphere of rural decline. The soundtrack is sometimes muffled, making conversations indistinct, adding to the increasing sense of unease. If this is the director D R Hood's debut, one can but feel there is lots more to come.
Claire Foy is the innocent bystander who finds herself caught up in the filial tension between her husband and brother in law; Shaun Evans is the vulnerable man/boy, damaged by his childhood and traumatised by his experiences as a soldier on active service; Benedict Cumberbatch is the loving husband and caring professional but with a darker side to his character, a menace that lurks beneath the surface, burns through his eyes and occasionally explodes in sudden bursts of extreme violence.
The film is beautifully shot in muted shades, at superb locations, creating an atmosphere of rural decline. The soundtrack is sometimes muffled, making conversations indistinct, adding to the increasing sense of unease. If this is the director D R Hood's debut, one can but feel there is lots more to come.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Julesc
Format:DVD
Intriguing story leaving you thinking long after it ends. Cumberbatch weaving a fine line between warmth and charismatic menice. Foy beautifully subtle. A little known gem.
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wreakers dvd.
Arrived in good time and in good condition.
Story was different to what i expected but still a interesting film to see. The three main characters were very good in the story.
Story was different to what i expected but still a interesting film to see. The three main characters were very good in the story.
Published 4 months ago by amanda mckinlay
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Great
This DVD was edgy and uncomfortable to watch as it's not really my thing. I would still recommend it though.
Published 4 months ago by froofroo
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A Future Classic
I was recommended to watch this film by a friend who was particularly impressed by the cinematography and how it manages to catch the atmosphere of the Cambridgeshire Fens; the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by JB
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Left Me Wanting More...
I bought this DVD specifically to check out Benedict Cumberbatch's performance. I am completely impressed, not only by Benedict but also by the rest of the cast. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Tara Jordan
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Disappointing
I found this film to be disappointing. The cast was very good, but the movie itself was less than stellar.
Published 5 months ago by Holly L. Van Over
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British revelation - a director to watch
Wreckers is British cinema at its best. The unassuming but masterful characterisation, cast and direction is delightful. By picking this actor before they hit the big-time, D.R. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Crimebuff
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Very Intense Movie
The movie itself was very fine - tense and at moments heartbreaking - and the whole cast gave a great performance. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Guraya
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Location
Filmed around the East Cambridgeshire Village of Isleham I believe.
Interesting storyline, and certainly worth watching more than just the once.
Interesting storyline, and certainly worth watching more than just the once.
Published 12 months ago by Chugger
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Engaging & impactive British film.
A slow burning film, full of tension, conflict & wonderful acting. An interesting first film for the director & wholly recommended. Read more
Published 13 months ago by RCB
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A great movie
A wonderful story and superb acting by all, especially Benedict Cumberbatch. The only fault I can find is not with the story or the acting but with the filming. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Judy R
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