Aimee Lou Wood, best known for her role in Sex Education, has co-written and stars in Film Club, a new romcom that explores unspoken feelings between two film-buff friends. The series, co-written with Ralph Davis, follows Evie (Wood) and Noa (Nabhaan Rizwan), who have maintained a weekly film club since university. However, their dynamic is tested when Noa is offered a job in Bristol, forcing them to confront Evie's agoraphobia and any hidden emotions.
Wood's character, Evie, has not left her mother's garage since a 'wobble' six months prior, using elaborate film-themed decorations to create a cocoon. Noa's impending move threatens this refuge, and the series delicately examines the impact of distance on their friendship. The show restores the lost art of yearning, with Wood and Rizwan delivering impeccably cast performances.
Suranne Jones plays Evie's mother, Suz, a fierce and high-maintenance character whose fear for her daughter is palpable. The supporting cast includes Adam Long as Evie's boyfriend Josh and Liv Hill as her sister Izzie, adding depth to the family dynamics. Film Club joins a growing subcategory of comedies about mental health, written by women, and while it may lack the density of shows like This Way Up, it brims with intelligence and psychological insight.
The series is a quiet, confident addition to Wood's career, showcasing her strengths as both an actor and writer. With a tone that balances sweetness and smarts, Film Club is a charming exploration of love, friendship, and the courage to face one's fears.
