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tiff16: THE LEVELLING

September 14, 2016 by Steve Norton 2 Comments

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Somerset, England. Trainee veterinarian Clover Catto (ELLIE KENDRICK, Game of Thrones) returns to the farm where she grew up after hearing news that her brother Harry has died—an apparent suicide. Finding the family home in ruins following recent floods that devastated the area, Clover is forced to confront her difficult father Aubrey – about the farm, the livestock and, crucially, the details surrounding Harry’s death. As the funeral approaches Clover’s discoveries send her on an emotional journey of reckoning – with the land, her family and herself.

Taking the lead role as Clover, Kendrick demonstrates a great deal of poise for a role that requires both nuance and expressiveness.  She presents Clover with quiet grief as she deals with the death of her brother and yet she also hides an inner rage towards her family and circumstances. Similar to the film’s rural landscape, Clover’s life is giving way from underneath, burdened by the weight of family secrets and lies.

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There is focus in her eyes and fire in her heart.

Structurally, the film almost plays out as a hybrid between family drama and mystery thriller as Clover inches closer to the truth surrounding her brother’s death. Using very little music, the film maintains it’s brooding tone through intentional silence.

One of the biggest surprises of the week, THE LEVELLING offers solid performances from the entire cast but it’s Kendrick who really holds the film together. This is a film about the damage caused by family and the process of restoration and it knows exactly what it wants to accomplish.

Like their farm, Clover is collapsing from within.

 

For our exclusive interview with Ellie Kendrick, click below!

https://screenfish.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/TIFF16-Ellie-Kendrick.mp3

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Filed Under: Podcast, Reviews, TIFF Tagged With: Ellie Kendrick, Game of Thrones, THE LEVELLING, TIFF, TIFF16, Toronto International Film Festival

About Steve Norton

Steve Norton is a pastor, hubby, and daddy (x2). I am a dedicated Jesus follower who looks for new ways to bring God glory and I have a ridiculous passion for film. It's one of my distinct interests to explore the connection between the two as well. Over the last 5 years, I've been proud to be a writer for Hollywood Jesus, Love Is Moving magazine and now, I have the privilege to help create ScreenFish.net! #forHisglory

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  1. Corbyn Stark says

    September 21, 2016 at 3:23 am

    Not even close to being Ellie Kendrick’s first feature film. She’s been acting since she were eight.

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    • Steve Norton says

      September 21, 2016 at 4:35 am

      Certainly, we deeply regret this error and greatly appreciate you pointing it out to us! The necessary adjustments have been made.

      Reply

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