Introduction"Broken" is an effective 2012 British coming-of-age drama movie directed by Rufus Norris and based upon the 2008 book of the same name by Daniel Clay. Movie script was penned by Mark O'Rowe while the movie stars Tim Roth, Cillian Murphy, Rory Kinnear, Bill Milner, and introduces Eloise Laurence in the lead.
Plot"Broken" is embeded in a North London street where 3 families live. The main character, 11-year-old diabetic Skunk (Eloise Laurence), deals with her divorcee daddy Archie (Tim Roth) and older bro Jed (Bill Milner). Nearby to them are the violent Oswald family - widower Bob (Rory Kinnear) and his 3 unruly children, and another household comprised of Rick (Robert Emms) a kind however psychologically unstable boy.
The motion picture opens with a troubling scene where Rick is completely beaten by Bob due to a misconception involving Bob's children, an occurrence seen by Skunk. This event triggers a series of tragic occasions that interrupt the once peaceful area and fundamentally change Skunk's life.
Character Development and ThemesThe movie explores Skunk's journey into teenage years, her first love with local kid Dillon (George Sargeant), and her education under an optimistic young teacher Mike Kiernan (Cillian Murphy). Both Rick's mistaken assault and Skunk's coming-of-age are linked into the story, representing adolescence, puppy love and how children are affected by grown-ups' worries and bias.
The film makes use of various styles consisting of love, vengeance, death, disability, sincerity, resilience, and family. Its depiction of a quiet suburban area driven into mayhem by the aftermath of one violent act paints a grim however sensible image of modern British life.
PerformancesEloise Laurence, in her first acting function, delivers an excellent performance as Skunk. Her portrayal of innocence intersecting with severe truth is intensely gripping. Tim Roth and Cillian Murphy impress with their strong interpretations of their particular characters. Rory Kinnear offers depth to his character Bob, who could have quickly been villainized in a lower film.
Reception"Broken" premiered at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival and went on to get mostly favorable reviews. The movie, while subtle and disturbing, is indeed poignant and remarkably enthusiastic. It showcases the durability of its characters, particularly Skunk, in the face of life's brutality and unfairness. Director Norris's artistic storytelling coupled with stirring performances make "Broken" an engaging watch.
In conclusion, "Broken" is a fragile, disturbing, yet confident film that underlines the violence, vulnerability, and vigor of rural life. It checks out serious social problems wrapped in a coming-of-age story that is both heartbreaking and uplifting. The strong efficiencies and well-knit screenplay make this film a noteworthy entry in contemporary British movie theater.
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