James McAvoy’s Edinburgh-set black comedy is on TV tonight
As a long-time admirer of James McAvoy’s versatile acting skills, I can’t help but feel excited about the latest opportunities to witness his talent. While his new movie Speak No Evil is undoubtedly enticing, it’s the twisted, dark comedy Filth that truly piques my interest.
This weekend, you also have a chance to catch James McAvoy on screen, as his movie “Speak No Evil” has just hit theaters. However, it’s not the sole performance of his that’s available this weekend.
Tonight at 11:50 PM, Film4 will broadcast McAvoy’s darkly humorous film titled Filth, where he delivers one of his most chaotic performances as the substance-abusing and scheming detective sergeant named Bruce Robertson.
Should you find yourself impatient to view it, the 2013 film can be streamed on Disney+. Alternatively, you can rent or purchase a digital copy of it on Amazon, iTunes, and various other online marketplaces.
Drawing inspiration from Irvine Welsh’s 1998 novel, I found myself immersed in a movie that delves into the dark world of detective Bruce Robertson. As this gruff and hate-filled policeman, I embarked on an investigation into the murder of a Japanese student in Edinburgh, only to start experiencing intense hallucinations along the way.
Robert struggles with bipolar disorder, grapples with the emotional weight of his brother’s demise, and faces strained connections with his spouse and child.
McAvoy teams up with Jamie Bell from “All of Us Strangers,” Eddie Marsan from “Back to Black,” and Jim Broadbent in the cast for this upcoming film. The movie is penned and helmed by Jon S. Baird, who recently worked on Apple TV+’s “Tetris.
Initially debuted in 2013, the film titled “Filth” was generally well-received. It boasts a 67% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with this high score coming from both professional critics (based on 97 reviews) and viewers. The movie is characterized as twisted, gritty, and eagerly discomforting.
Digital Spy gave it 5 stars upon its release, praising McAvoy’s “mesmerising” performance.
The movie doesn’t depict infants scampering across ceilings like in Trainspotting (1996), but it shares the rebellious spirit and exhilaration that made that film a cultural landmark, just as Welsh’s Filth does.
Stepping into the gritty world of “Filth,” I found myself on an unforgettable, rollercoaster journey through one man’s twisted psyche. Just as Bryan Cranston masterfully portrayed in “Breaking Bad,” James McAvoy delivers a riveting performance that peels back the layers to reveal glimpses of humanity hidden beneath a man consumed by his vices. The film is brimming with outrageous situations, lines you’ll want to quote for days, and a moral compass so twisted, it spins in circles – a true masterpiece!
In an exclusive interview with Digital Spy, McAvoy talked about how he approached the character.
The actor emphasized that it was crucial for the viewers to empathize with the character, despite his attempts to distance or startle them. This was simply an effort to depict the character authentically.
I’m not advocating for forgiveness towards him because I believe he doesn’t deserve it, but his harmful actions may stem from an underlying illness or affliction. This is my perspective on behaviors like sexism, racism, homophobia, and sectarianism – they are manifestations of a disease.
Filth is airing on Film4 at 11.50pm tonight (September 13).
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