Very interesting film. Was caught on the premise when seeing the trailer but unsure as to what the outcome would be for the showing. As it turns out, it was a very good film.

How wonderful it is to see this fine actress carry a film and carry it so beautifully.

a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

This is a must-see and one of the best documentaries - and films - of this year.

I only got this DVD because Netflix decided I would like it. For once, they were right.The cinematography is breathtaking and Michael Sheen (whom I had only seen previously as Tony Blair in The Queen) was a revelation.The plot is delivered angst-free, nimbly skirting almost all of the traditionally expected tropes. The soundtrack of British folk artists reminded me somewhat of the "O Brother Where Art Thou" soundtrack.For the first half-hour or so I just bobbed along with the action -- but when Colin heard the windmills singing I just sat there with my jaw dropped, my eyes damp, and my heart completely fulfilled.Repeatedly, this little gem surprised me with its sparkle. Even the somewhat tacky daytime view of Blackpool dazzled as seen through the travelers' eyes. And the end -- the end is perfect.

I borrowed this DVD from a mate who bought it for a pound as an ex rental.Not expecting much (especially as Paul Shane from Hi de Hi is in it) I was surprised at how much I loved this film.It gives you a good feeling inside and there are some genuinely touching moments as well as some funny ones.The swing incident and the toothbrush incident especially.Great performances from Michael Sheen,Mark Addy(great wig) and Mark Strong.I would recommend anyone to see it especially if you are Northern.

I love a good independent film, and I love England.Loving those two things was not enough to love this film.The line between quaint and catatonic, between heartwarming and smarmingly saccharine, is rather fine at times.This director hasn't quite figured out how to keep his feet on the kosher side of the line.He has a good eye, and the pacing isn't bad, but it isn't good either. He lingers 10 seconds too long on just about every shot, 2 minutes too long on every scene.I love a good movie about nothing. But this is merely a mediocre one.

One of the best movies I've seen in a long-time! (We rented it purely on the off-chance (there was nothing else that caught our eye).Beautifully acted and well-directed, what really made this film for me was the cinematography; the film is beautiful shot. From the grim cityscapes of Sheffield, across the scenic Peak District, to the garish tourist-trap that is Blackpool, the film brings northern Britain to life.The soundtrack, by British folk legends Kate Rusby and John McCusker is haunting.A wonderful, under-rated movie that helped restore my faith in the power of cinema after one too many Hollywood CGI-fests.Enjoy.