The Outrun

Saorsie was great. Without her I wouldn't have made it through the first 30 minutes. The rest was tough. Not because of its topic but more because of the way it presents itself. The shifting through timelines and the editing isn't my cup of tea. It makes it harder to follow things. Because of that I don't connect with the character. In many way it work more as an advertisement for the Orkney Islands then as a look into addiction and alcoholism.

it strikingly deals with an inner journey. The main character's return to the countryside in Scotland reveals the process of coming to terms with the past and healing for both him and the audience. The film delicately deals with the main character's struggle with addiction and his return to his old life. The harsh but calm atmosphere of nature reflects his mood and gives the viewer the feeling of accompanying this quest. The lead actor's performance is extremely intimate; It deepens the character by conveying internal conflicts and vulnerabilities in a natural way. I would say that The Outrun is a touching film that describes the process of finding oneself in an impressive language, but I don't like this kind of movie. I wrote it for those who love such films. A full 5 star out of 10 movie in my eyes.