Let it take hold of you.|Oct. 21, 2022|United Kingdom|113 Min.|R
Genre: 4K-2160p;Drama;Romance
Description: The movie *My Policeman* (2022) received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised David Dawson’s performance, opinions on Harry Styles and Emma Corrin were divided. The film’s direction and screenplay faced criticism, with some finding it tedious despite the cast’s efforts. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 41% rating based on 103 reviews, averaging 5.5/10. The consensus describes it as mildly engaging at best but often dull. Metacritic scored it 49 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews.
In *The Hollywood Reporter*, David Rooney noted that director Michael Grandage struggled to transition his stage skills to film, resulting in a lack of depth. He praised Dawson’s portrayal but felt Styles lacked the complexity needed for his role. Gregory Ellwood of *The Playlist*, however, applauded Grandage’s direction and highlighted Styles’ improvement compared to his other recent work. He also commended Corrin’s standout performance and the film’s historical accuracy. Conversely, Robert Daniels of *RogerEbert.com* criticized the film for its surface-level queer representation and lackluster performances. Overall, *My Policeman* presents a polarizing mix of strengths and weaknesses.
Cast director: Michael Grandage
Cast actor: Harry Styles, Emma Corrin, David Dawson, Gina McKee, Linus Roache, Rupert Everett, Dora Davis, Kadiff Kirwan, Andrew Tiernan, Jack Bandeira
Original name: My Policeman