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Wicked Little Letters (2024)

Wicked Little Letters (2024)

It’s not the most original mystery out there, nor the most rousing feminist piece, but Wicked Little Letters’ robust performances make it well worth watching

7.1

Movie

United Kingdom
English
Comedy, Drama, Mystery
2024
FEMALE DIRECTOR, THEA SHARROCK
Adam Treasure, Alisha Weir, Anjana Vasan
100 min

TLDR

Expect nothing less from Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, especially when they’re performing against each other.

What it's about

When a series of libelous letters rocks the otherwise peaceful town of Littlehampton, with conservative Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) receiving the bulk of the letters, everyone points to foul-mouthed Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley). Unconvinced, policewoman Gladys Moss (Anjana Vasan) searches for the real culprit.

The take

Is this the most thrilling head-scratcher we’ve seen in a while? No. Is it a rousing take on the feminist cause? Not really. But what Wicked Little Letters lacks in intrigue and relevance, it more than makes up for in entertainment value. Not that anyone needs convincing, but here Colman and Buckley further prove why they’re some of the most in-demand actors right now. They’re raw and fiery and hilarious, energizing every scene with their limitless energy. They make the film a breeze to watch, so if you’re looking to pass the time with enjoyable performances, Wicked Little Letters makes for a solidly entertaining watch.

What stands out

Colman and Buckley save a lot of the film’s weaker parts, not least of them is the forced connection made between the mystery and the Suffragette movement, which was happening at the same time in the UK.

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