The 2023 Canadian crime thriller The G, which holds a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, is being shown on Film4 tonight at 9pm. The film follows an elderly woman who seeks revenge after being placed into care by a corrupt legal guardian.
Written, directed and produced by Karl R. Hearne, the film centres on Ann, a grandmother put into care by a guardian who wants to gain her property. Alongside her granddaughter Emma, Ann sets out to get back the home that is rightfully hers.
An 'overlooked' gem with a personal story
Viewers and critics have described the film as an 'overlooked' gem that deserves a place on watchlists. Unlike many thrillers, it does not focus on a trained ex-military figure but on an elderly woman seeking sick revenge.
The story is set on the industrial edges of an unnamed city, yet it is deeply personal to Hearne. He explained that the main character was inspired by his own grandmother, describing her as "A woman who, regardless of her age or situation, refuses to accept that her life is over." The film also draws on well-documented real-world scams that target the vulnerable and elderly.
Praise for Dale Dickey's performance
Dale Dickey plays the lead role of Ann Hunter, and her performance has drawn widespread praise. One viewer wrote on Rotten Tomatoes: "I went into this movie thinking I wouldn’t like it because I read it was slow. The next thing I know, I’m at the end of the movie. There’s not one thing I would change in this movie."
Another review added: "Absolutely loved this film. Dale Dickey was phenomenal. I’ve been a fan since My Name is Earl, and she doesn’t disappoint. One of the best films I’ve seen this year."
Cast and where to watch
Romane Denis stars as granddaughter Emma, with Roc Lafortune as Joseph, Bruce Ramsay as Rivera and Jonathan Koensgen as Ralph. One critic described the film as "A stark, unflinching thriller that transforms real-world horrors of elder exploitation into a chilling revenge saga."
Some viewers have asked for more, with one person saying, "Phenomenal. Wish this were an ongoing series!!" The G airs live on Film4 at 9pm tonight, and is also available to buy on Amazon Prime and Apple TV.
