Maxine Peake’s “excellent” Scotland-set drama debuts with 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating

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The Scottish drama titled I Swear, loosely based on the life of John Davidson, has made an impressive debut with a remarkable score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Under Robert Aramayo’s leadership, the movie gathers some of Britain’s finest actors, featuring Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson, and Peter Mullan in secondary parts.

As a gamer, I’m excitedly counting down the days until October 10th when I Swear will grace UK cinemas! This film delves deep into the life story of Davidson, a teenager bravely battling Tourette syndrome. In 1989, he became the star of BBC’s documentary John’s Not Mad, using his platform to shed light on this often misunderstood condition.

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Prior to the film’s release, Ian Sandwell, Digital Spy’s Movies Editor, expressed: “If handled by less skilled creators, I Swear could have been overwhelmed by its conventional biopic format. However, a standout performance from Robert Aramayo and strong supporting roles from Maxine Peake, Peter Mullan, and Shirley Henderson transform it into an amusing, heart-wrenching, and ultimately inspiring viewing experience. Rest assured, you won’t remain unaffected.

The film, which has received numerous praise, as stated by Time Out, is described as both empathetic and humorous. It challenges stereotypes while allowing viewers to laugh at the circumstances, all the while fostering compassion towards the protagonist.

As a gaming enthusiast, I recently came across a fascinating review about the movie we’re discussing. Empire Magazine had this to say: “Wow, this is just great! For too long, Tourette Syndrome hasn’t gotten its fair share on the big screen, but John Davidson’s character offers an endearing and humorous perspective on it. And let me tell you, Robert Aramayo delivers a remarkable performance!

As a gamer diving into a compelling narrative, I’d say: “Aramayo’s heartfelt performance and Jones’ relentless commitment to depicting Davidson’s toughest moments – the ones that propelled him to action – make for an enlightening biopic that shines a spotlight on a truly noteworthy subject.

As a dedicated gamer immersing myself into my latest role, I made it a point to spend quality time with my co-star, Davidson. I’d meet up for work sessions, share meals over dinners, and seized every opportunity to be around him. Frankly, I couldn’t get enough – it was an incredible experience!

Aramayo remarked, “He’s incredibly knowledgeable, and he shares both personal anecdotes from living with Tourette’s and intellectual insights about it, as well as his life experiences. He’s also exceptionally eloquent.

What stood out to me was his great sense of humor; he certainly knows how to make people laugh.

I Swear will land in UK cinemas on 10 October.

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2025-09-10 15:22