This film takes a shallow, dramatized and narrow lens on the conflict between poverty stricken communities following a horrific incident involving the police and young child on the estate. It tries to portray a gritty and chaotic realism but fails to live up these ordeals by blending fantastical elements alongside unsophisticated plot writing and character development.
Expecting more going into this and came away disappointed due to the constant use of tropes, unrealistic characters and dialogue. Substance is replaced by chanting and an unlimited supply of fireworks.
Some of the scenes were visually appealing and the use of single shot sequences (although inadequate on many other levels) were impressive.
Expecting more going into this and came away disappointed due to the constant use of tropes, unrealistic characters and dialogue. Substance is replaced by chanting and an unlimited supply of fireworks.
Some of the scenes were visually appealing and the use of single shot sequences (although inadequate on many other levels) were impressive.