Written by Katy Brand as largely a two-hander between retired schoolteacher Emma Thompson and male escort Daryl McCormack (Bad Sisters, Pixie) in a hotel room. Is slightly opened out by a fourth act scene with a waitress, nicely played by Isabella Laughland (Slaughterhouse Rulez, Harry Potters). Worthy film is commendable for the issues it raises.
And very well acted. Thompson was BAFTA-nominated, (as was McCormack), lost to Cate Blanchett. I remember hearing Crazy Rich Asians' Constance Wu on 'Woman's Hour' (as you do) and she said that Thompson's performance was incredible and the type of great work she aspired to.
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