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Half Broken Things (2007) (TV)
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28 October 2007 (UK)
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A middle aged house-sitter meets two tearaways, and together they form a surrogate family. | add synopsis
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The madness of three
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(Credited cast) | Penelope Wilton | ... | Jean |
 | Daniel Mays | ... | Michael |
| Sinead Matthews | ... | Steph |
| Nicholas Le Prevost | ... | Rev Gordon Brookes |
| Lara Cazalet | ... | Sally |
| Sian Thomas | ... | Shelley |
| Crispin Redman | ... | Mr. David |
| Bradley Gardner | ... | Jason |
| Kenneth Hadley | ... | Bill |
 | Eileen Nicholas | ... | Mrs Dawson |
| Anthony Smee | ... | Magistrate |
| Geoffrey McGivern | ... | Jack (as Geoff McGivern) |
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There is something so utterly implausible about this story but it is done so well that you can't help being sucked in and believing it. For the film makers to depict three varying dysfunctional and desperate characters whose behaviour is so morally inexcusable yet still manage to generate empathy in the viewer shows a great deal of skill and professionalism. Penelope Wilton is excellent in her understated portrayal of Jean, a pathetic and lonely old woman who slowly descends into madness. The actors who play Steph and Michael are brilliant, too. This is down to a credible script and great directing, as well as heaps of skill by both of the performers.
Make no mistake, this film is tragic and so will not appeal to a lot. There is a desperation and darkness throughout which is tangible and reminiscent of the atmosphere created in 'The Visitor', although this story's protagonists are unhinged and not just desperate and lonely.
British film making at its most intense and best.