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C'mon C'mon
Why this pick
Its tender black-and-white intimacy and child’s-eye honesty echo Nowhere Special’s quiet devotion, finding warmth and fragile connection in an adult caring for a young boy.
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MOVIE2020 1h 36m GBR
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Why this pick
Its naturalistic father-daughter bond, understated sadness, and attentive small moments make it a powerful companion piece for viewers moved by John and Michael’s everyday closeness.
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01 / THE STORY
A little about the film.
John, a 35-year-old window cleaner, has dedicated his life to bringing up his 4-year-old son, Michael, after the child's mother left them soon after giving birth. When John is given only a few months left to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for Michael, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
James Norton
John
Daniel Lamont
Michael
Eileen O'Higgins
Shona
Valerie O'Connor
Ella
Valene Kane
Celia
Keith McErlean
Philip
Sean Sloan
Golfer
Siobhán McSweeney
Pam