Barber

It's a story of redemption with misconceptions ageing and intelligence dawning. Barber tells us how difficult it is to heal the wounds of lives and how victims of difficult trauma struggle alone while sharing the same spaces. A great family drama that promotes acceptance and understanding in a unique smart manner. No superficial action sequences just raw and risky private detective work. Movie takes a good look into the characters surrounding the tragedy. Excellent performance by Aidan carrying the whole story effortlessly above the level of average. A slow story to enjoy especially for the uniqueness.

A film where the plot and story is intertwined with the main character sexuality......I found better detective movies to watch instead.

It's short. It could be longer it could be more in depth. But it's good, with solid twists/turns etc

Story about a private investigator who gets a case to find a missing girl and who is battling his own personal issues as well in the movie. His personal life is focused too much in the movie which I think was totally unnecessary. This movie doesn't have any thrills or mystery. My advice, skip it.

"Barber", a film set in the heart of Dublin, is a cinematic exploration of the human condition, wrapped in the guise of a detective story. The film stars Aidan Gillen as Val Barber, a private investigator. The narrative unfolds during the initial months of the Covid lockdown, a backdrop that adds an additional layer of isolation and introspection to the proceedings. Aidan Gillen's portrayal of Barber is a masterclass in acting. His performance is nuanced and layered, capturing the complexity of his character with remarkable subtlety. He brings to life a man who is solitary not by choice but by circumstance, shaped by the culture that nurtured him. Gillen's Barber is not just a character on screen but a living, breathing entity that audiences can empathize with. The film delves into themes of power and corruption, juxtaposing past and present Ireland. It subtly addresses the #MeToo movement and presents a backdrop of abused young women, adding a contemporary relevance to its narrative. The film doesn't shy away from these heavy themes but instead embraces them, weaving them seamlessly into its narrative. In conclusion, "Barber" is an absorbing watch. It offers a thoughtful exploration of its themes and boasts a strong performance from Gillen who is wearing well.

Meh. Interesting attempt at meaning with fairly down-to-earth plot lines, but in the end it feels inconsequential.

I was pleasantly surprised. After clicking around the universe to watch something without ghouls, vampires and the like. I got caught up in the web of the story and the delberate distractions, which life throws at us. And pulled back into the main line of the story. Watching it develop like a spiders web or a lace shawl... To finish with right and justice done for everyone, except Katy and her tragic memory loss and hand shake, which with physiotherapy and parental love will improve... Very enjoyable movie

I really enjoyed it. It was a character-oriented movie with an excellent lead. The narrative and story part of the film will not disappoint you, though it may not look that surprising . It also benefited from really nice frame shots and good lighting.

Aiden Gillen manages to give off classic Humphrey Bogart vibes in this classic detective story that happens during the pandemic. Very interesting to watch, similar to Bosch in some ways, but definitely standing on its own two feet. A vibrant, interesting Ireland during lockdown and political sttruggles makes for a great backdrop to this simple yet elegant telling.