SOMETIMES ALWAYS NEVER

Cinemavixion Review

Carl Hunter's directorial debut, "Sometimes Always Never," is a poignant and quirky dramedy that masterfully blends a search for a lost son with the quiet introspection of family repair. Bill Nighy delivers a typically nuanced performance as Alan, a stylish tailor whose meticulously ordered life is disrupted by the disappearance of his son Michael over a game of Scrabble. The film's charm lies in its understated exploration of grief, regret, and the awkward attempts at reconciliation, particularly between Alan and his other son, Peter. With a runtime of 91 minutes and a production hailing from the UK and US, the movie garnered a respectable 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 6.3/10 on IMDb, indicating a positive reception for its unique narrative and Nighy's compelling portrayal. The mystery of Michael's whereabouts, intertwined with the potential identity of an online Scrabble player, serves as a compelling engine for the plot, but it's the film's heart—the struggle to find the right words and mend fractured relationships—that truly resonates. "Sometimes Always Never" is a thoughtful film that encourages audiences to appreciate the complexities of family and the enduring hope for connection.