British drama which follows a struggling family in 1980s Dudley.
Funny, and brimming with colour, character and eventually compassion, Ray & Liz represents film at its most painstakingly personal.
Unexpectedly moving and graceful.
A grubby and unique British classic in the making.
Ray & Liz is undoubtedly a difficult watch, a searing portrait of a family that has come apart at the seams. But, creating an astute sense of atmosphere and detail that come together to make meaning, Richard Billingham marks himself out as a filmmaker to watch.
The photographer’s first feature film is full of love and unflinching detail.
Its evocative conjuring of the past functions as a stark warning about viewing it with rose-tinted glasses.
General release. Check local listings for show times.