So, I just watched *Tyrannosaur*, and blimey, what a gut punch of a film! Paddy Considine, you sneaky devil! He somehow manages to pull off a brutal drama that’s equal parts harrowing and heartfelt. The movie drills into your guts like a Swedish winter—cold and relentless, but with unexpected warmth at its core.

Now, bear with me, my thoughts might be all over the place, like a smörgåsbord. First off, Peter Mullan as Joseph is absolutely haunting. He’s this angry, broken man, right? But you can’t help feeling sorry for him, even when he’s hurling abuse or causing chaos. There’s something deeply human about his pain. And then there’s Olivia Colman, playing Hannah. Jösses, what a performance! She’s like this delicate flower growing in a field of thorns. She’s been through hell, and it shows, but she still has this incredible, quiet strength. You ever felt that moment in life when you meet someone who just gets it? That’s the kind of connection Joseph and Hannah have.

Watching their interactions reminded me of this time back in 98 when I met someone on a Stockholm ferry of all places. Their stories were so heavy you could feel the weight through the pauses in the conversation, but also so relieving to be shared. It’s like that in the movie, you know? Their bond feels like an unspoken comfort you find in the oddest places and people.

Considine doesn’t shy away from the dark stuff. And, maybe it’s too much for some. I get it. The violence is graphic, sometimes unbearably so. But, it doesn’t feel gratuitous. It’s like a slap in the face—stings like hell, but wakes you up.

Yet, there’s this underlying hope, a glimpse of humanity’s resilience. It’s not all doom and gloom. And that final scene… man, it just *hits*. Leaves you staring at the screen, chewing over it like a tough bit of surströmming.

Perhaps, *Tyrannosaur* isn’t for everyone. Some might find it too bleak or intense. But if you’re into raw, unflinchingly real cinema, give it a shot. Think about how we deal with our own demons, how we connect with others despite our scars. Might find a piece of yourself in it. Or maybe not. Either way, it’s worth the view. Check out the trailer here: Tyrannosaur