Its tautness is satisfying. Not one line of dialogue is superfluous, not one take is a second too long.
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London to Brighton (2008)
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Reviews Counted:8
Fresh:5
Rotten:3
Average Rating:5.8/10
Consensus: With its grimy sets, taut storyline, and relentless sense of doom, London to Brighton is an auspicious directorial debut by Paul Andrew Williams.
Theatrical Release:Feb 8, 2008 Limited
Synopsis: It’s 3:07am and two girls burst into a run down toilet. Joanne is crying her eyes out and her clothing is ripped. Kelly's face is bruised and starting to swell. Duncan Allen lies in his... [More]
Starring: Lorraine Stanley, Georgia Groome, Johnny Harris, Sam Spruell
Director: Paul Andrew Williams
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Reviews for London to Brighton
1 - 8 (sorted by date)
Top CriticFrom the near-hysteria of this compelling opening sequence, Paul Andrew Williams's taut, tough and thoroughly satisfying drama grips the viewer and never lets go until its brutal, surprising conclusion.
04/18/08
Top CriticA gritty British gangster film that leaves a bitter aftertaste, Paul Andrew Williams' London to Brighton is as technically assured as it is ultimately superfluous.
02/20/08
Top CriticThe film is a calling card for its sure-handed rookie director, Paul Andrew Williams, who expertly turns up the suspense knob while establishing a thick sense of doom amid grimy settings.
02/08/08
Top CriticVery good but very grim, Paul Andrew Williams' punishing debut doesn't pull many punches -- although the characters certainly field their share of body blows.
02/08/08
Top CriticI'm not entirely sure what [director Williams] was trying to pull off in London to Brighton or even if Mr. Williams knew what he was trying to pull off.
02/08/08
Top CriticThe debut feature of writer-director Paul Andrew Williams is a grim, efficient affair.
02/05/08
Top CriticA technically impressive first feature that leaves an empty taste in the mouth.
09/16/06
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