Adapted from Susannah Dickey’s acclaimed novel, award-winning director Clio Barnard (The Selfish Giant, Ali & Ava) delivers a poignant, visceral exploration of youth, class, and friendship. Following five close-knit friends whose lives unravel across one pivotal summer, this moving feature highlights the strength and nuance of contemporary Northern storytelling as part of FFStival’s afternoon lineup. This is a special preview screening ahead of general release.
FFStival 2026: Sheffield’s Female-led Film Festival
FFStival returns to the Showroom Cinema this autumn for a vibrant one-day celebration highlighting the work of women and non-binary filmmakers in all incarnations of cinema.
Director Clio Barnard
Year 2026
Duration
2h 27m
Language English
Cast Anthony Boyle, Joe Cole, Jay Lycurgo