The G

An ostensible thriller that’s not very thrilling. Still, its storytelling has the same grim satisfaction that drives its heroine.

The plot is overcooked like burnt toast... Still, after watching men over 50 like Liam Neeson and Clint Eastwood kicking butt, this feels like a gamechanger. More please.

Dickey is remarkable.

Dale Dickey is fierce and fearless in her portrayal of Ann, an alcoholic with a questionable past, who genuinely loves her husband. Her performance feels authentic and drives The G.

The G takes its time to develop and this leads to a slower pace that rewards your patience, sticking the landing in a way that is both poignant and satisfying.

Dickey does her finest work yet in an electrifying performance … an ageing warrior protecting her loved one ...one of the most expressive faces onscreen these days…wow.

A raw, gripping thriller that latches onto its most powerful asset: Dale Dickey’s extraordinary performance, every glance and pause loaded with meaning. There are echoes of Hal Hartley’s early work here, with its small-town textures and understated wit.

The G isn’t a typical revenge drama. A slow burn, it’s about contained rage caused by personal injustice topped by Dale Dickey as the title character, a compelling and foul-mouthed crusader for righteousness.

It favours psychological warfare and deliberately-paced plotting over an action aesthetic, but it’s a better film for it as it helps keep it grounded beyond its true story inspiration.

While this slow-burning thriller keeps its audience engaged thanks to its twisted subject matter, its strength as a character piece and Dickey’s performance keeps us anticipating the inevitable violent catharsis.