Alice, Darling

Alice, Darling does so much right that it is acutely painful when it goes wrong.

Kendrick’s performance is one of the strongest aspects of Alice, Darling.

It’s a believable portrayal of the impact of gaslighting and brainwashing: Alice’s conviction that she’s at fault will resonate with many audiences.

Alice, Darling remains striking, however, thanks to how subtly Alanna Francis’s screenplay presents the warning signs of Simon’s behaviour.

What’s impressive about this psychological thriller, the debut feature film from director Mary Nighy, is how tuned in it is to the dynamics of female friendship.

Alice, Darling could do with a proper third act, and first-time director Mary Nighy, looking for fresh angles in her lake location, doesn’t always find them. But, if you can manage your expectations, the film is abundantly rewarding...

Alice, Darling is a frank examination of a common but hard to tackle phenomenon of abuse

This is a film that excels in its aims through only a few choices, as they are intelligent choices that speak volumes while doing seemingly little.

Nighy's film, like words, burrow deep into the soul and linger there far longer than actions ever could.

…a small but well-composed little film that brings a serious issue (gaslighting) into the sunlight with genuine care…