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Been So Long Movie Review

Name: Been So Long Movie Review
Item: Been So Long
Rating: 3
Author: Lalitha Mallikeswaran

Been So Long Movie Review English Movie Review

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Review for the film " Been So Long"

Streaming On: Netflix

Runtime: 1 hour 40 minutes

Certificate: A

Released: 26-10-2018

Genre: Romance, Drama, Musical

Similar To: Música, First Cow, Wendy, Lying And Stealing

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CAST & CREW

Michaela Coel

Arinze Kene

George Mackay

Tinge Krishnan

Catherine Derry

Arthur Darvill

Christopher Nicholas Bangs

MORE CAST & CREW

Music Director:

Christopher Nicholas Bangs

Arthur Darvill

Cinematographer:

Catherine Derry

Director:

Tinge Krishnan

Movie Actor:

George Mackay

Arinze Kene

Movie Actress:

Michaela Coel

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Been So Long is a British movie directed by Tinge Krishnan Tinge Krishnan is a writer and director. She gradu >> Read More... based on the screenplay by Che Walker. Produced by Amanda and Nadine the movie stars, Arinze Kene Arinze Kene or Arinze Kenechukwu Mokwe whose nickn >> Read More... and Michaela Coel Michaela Ewuraba Boakye-Collinson professionally k >> Read More... in the lead roles. The film’s music was composed by Christopher Nicholas and Arthur Darvill.

Plot

Simone is a single mother and lives with her disabled daughter in London. One night she goes out with her friends and meets a stranger, Raymond. They instantly click and feel something special. Will they listen to their hearts? Or will their past prevent them from being together?

Star Performance

The main lead’s performance in the movie was a major reason for its success. Michaela as a single mother played her role effortlessly. She portrayed the emotions, doubt, guilt, and responsibilities of a woman and a mother very well. Arinze is an ex-con, a son, and most importantly a lover determined to win her heart, taking his character to the next level.

Analysis

Simone is a very confused character. Since her previous relationship didn’t go well she is very careful in taking the next decision. On the other hand, Raymond has a painful past and he doesn’t know whether he can put that aside and start a new life. We also have some parallel storylines about the daughter, her father, and Raymond’s stalker which makes this film even more interesting.

What’s There?

• The London setting in the movie is a treat to our eyes.

• The color tones and background score enhance the mood.

What’s Not There?

• The background stories do not make any sense so the storyline is a bit weak.

Verdict

This movie is a new take on Hollywood love stories and and it is a breathe of fresh air.