Wait for Me

However accurate the portrait might be of the criminal underbelly of the north of England, any verisimilitude is sacrificed by how thick all the sturm und drang suffering is laid on, and further damaged by the absurd coincidences and cheap sentimentality.

The script has a sympathetic understanding of people trying to overcome trauma and the performances never lack conviction. Ultimately, though, it’s all a bit heavy-footed.

Since this is now available online I decided to give it a watch and it had me gripped the whole way through. It has been well written and directed by Keith Farrell, who has brought the storyline to life, not to mention some great actors who have perfectly portrayed the characters and the storyline.

A really gripping thriller. Wait for Me really looks at the true reality which some individuals in society have to face. Karen Hassan, playing Alison, plays the role well of a lost soul, dealing with difficult decisions. The overall film has a real sense of longing and thoughtfulness both in its script and direction. Highly recommend to any other drama / thriller fans.