Netflix subscribers are being urged to watch 'Aftersun,' a 2022 semi-autobiographical coming-of-age drama that has been hailed as 'one of the best films of the decade.' Television critic Luke Ecclestone described the film, based on a true story, as 'emotional and heartbreaking.'
What Is 'Aftersun' About?
Written and directed by Charlotte Wells in her debut feature, 'Aftersun' tells the story of her own childhood. It follows the memories of a young Scottish girl named Sophie, who is on holiday with her father, Calum, played by Oscar nominee Paul Mescal. According to Ecclestone, 'She goes through old memories and VHS tapes to really get down to remembering her dad, who she sadly lost at a young age and notices the young struggle he is going through.'
Critical Acclaim and Ratings
The British drama boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 130,000 reviews. One recent 10-star review stated: 'This film crept up on me. I was worried it was a gimmicky art film... but as the film went on I was swept up in it - purely down to Paul Mescal's and Francesca Corio's performances. Achingly beautiful. I was crying without realising.' Another viewer commented: 'I cannot remember a time that a film made me cry. I can't even think of this movie without feeling knots in my throat.'
Awards and Nominations
'Aftersun' received four nominations at the 76th BAFTA Awards, with Wells winning for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer. Mescal was nominated for Best Lead Actor at the 95th Academy Awards and also received a BAFTA nomination in the same category.
Ecclestone added in a TikTok video: 'This is one of the best films of the decade and an unforgettable experience. I am so glad Aftersun is now on Netflix! It is such an extraordinary and beautiful film. I will never, ever forget it.'
