Stephen Graham “steals the show” in “gripping and twisted” British thriller

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The new British thriller, *Good Boy*, featuring Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough, is getting early reviews, and Andrea Riseborough’s performance is already receiving praise.

The new movie, which is different from a horror film with a similar name, centers on Tommy (Anson Boon), a rebellious teenager who leads a gang and likes causing trouble. Things change for Tommy when he’s unexpectedly kidnapped by Chris (Graham) while planning his next scheme.

Tommy ends up trapped in a basement and is subjected to a strange situation by Chris and his wife, Kathryn Riseborough. They force him to confront his past crimes and try to earn their approval by behaving well – essentially, to make amends for what he’s done.

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Jan Komasa’s film, *Good Boy*, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier this month and has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with a perfect score based on nine reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.

You can read a selection of reviews below:

Deadline

Stephen Graham delivers a standout performance in Jan Komasa’s darkly humorous and unsettling thriller. While the unusual story is compelling on its own, the actors truly breathe life into their roles, preventing the film from becoming predictable or simplistic.

Screen Zealots

This haunting and complex fairy tale delves into the lengths people will go to heal their inner wounds. Director Jan Komasa masterfully creates a deeply unsettling atmosphere without relying on loud or dramatic effects, making for a quietly devastating film.

Hey, Have You Seen…?

I love stories that start with a flawed or unusual idea but end up being deeply moving, and Jan Komasa’s film, *Good Boy*, is a perfect example. The actors all give fantastic performances, portraying characters who are both desperate and hopeful.

The Wrap

The film *Good Boy* truly shines thanks to the strong performances from Graham and Boon, who portray characters at different stages of recovery.

Screen Daily

This strange but beautifully crafted story, reminiscent of gothic tales, offers a hopeful message: even in the most difficult circumstances, healing is possible, and genuine liberation comes from trusting others.

Although a cinema release date hasn’t been announced yet, the highly anticipated film *Good Boy*, described as “gripping and twisted,” will premiere in Britain at the 69th BFI London Film Festival next month. Unfortunately, both screenings are already sold out, according to the BFI.

The festival will also premiere several other British films, including the family drama *& Sons* starring Bill Nighy, *Anemone*, which marks Daniel Day-Lewis’s return to acting, and the historical drama *The Choral* featuring Roger Allam.

Good Boy has no release date yet.

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2025-09-26 01:20