Ali and Ava (2021)
Directed by Clio Barnard
Genres - Drama, Romance |
Sub-Genres - Romantic Drama, Slice of Life |
Release Date - Jul 29, 2022 (USA - Limited) |
Run Time - 95 min. |
Countries - United Kingdom, United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Maggie Sadler
After an emotionally charged first meeting, the lonesome and forlorn Ali (Adeel Akhtar) and Ava (Claire Rushbrook) spend increasing amounts of time together over the course of one month, their bond growing with each passing day. Despite the traumas inflicted by Ava's previous relationship and Ali's mounting despair over his crumbling marriage, the unlikely duo finds solace in one another's company, proving the wholesome power of kindred spirits. Clio Barnard writes and directs the romantic drama. Co-starring Ellora Torchia, Shaun Thomas, and Natalie Gavin.
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class-clash, couple, love-conquers-all, separation, spouse-abuse, working-class