A romantic comedy in which a film-maker uses his relationships as material for his films.
There may be strong hints of Woody Allen here and echoes of Éric Rohmer, but in this mellow, mild-mannered and affecting tale it is Amstell's own voice that comes through, leaving you eager for his next film.
As a young film-maker’s career teeters on the brink of disaster, a surprise love affair forces him to rethink the path to happiness.
Part film industry satire, part winning love story, Benjamin is low-key and shambling but emerges funny, bittersweet and affecting. Let’s hope Amstell makes a better fist of his second feature than his hero.
Simon Amstell’s tediously self-reflexive sophomore feature.
Tenderly funny and wholesome.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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