Some films just hit you in the right place. This one does it. The entire film appears to play out in a strong simmer. Very little explosive moments, but when the needle rises just a bit it means something. Just enough of a plot to engage us with its ensemble of interesting characters. It’s a gorgeous film, and to its credit (unlike say Living) it doesn’t spend too much of the film patting itself on the back for its gorgeousness. It’s a slow but engaging ramble through a slice of Ireland. If that appeals to you, then you will be all in. And unlike its hip slick and ultimately lame counterpart (Aftersun), it goes somewhere interesting.
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