Black Roses: The Killing of Sophie Lancaster

2015
8.4| 0h50m| en
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In 2007, Sophie Lancaster was beaten to death because of her appearance. Her story is told through a sequence of poems by Simon Armitage and through the interviews made by her mother in the wake of the tragedy. Adapted for television from the poetry anthology/stage production and radio adaptation.

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MonsterPerfect Good idea lost in the noise
Fairaher The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.
ChanFamous I wanted to like it more than I actually did... But much of the humor totally escaped me and I walked out only mildly impressed.
Bessie Smyth Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.
Cinebuff38 I saw this drama on BBC four a short while ago, and now I feel I must write a short review.With poetry by Simon Armitage, Black roses tells the story of Sophie Lancaster, A young girl brutally murdered for being a Goth.I have to say that this is a masterpiece,one of the best 45 minutes of television I have seen.Sophie, and her mother Sylvia were brilliantly portrayed by Rachel Austen and Julie Hesmondhalgh respectively.My heart go out to the mother and other relatives of Miss Lancaster who lost her life in the most brutal way.It really is very sad that it did take such a tragedy to inspire such a masterpiece as Black Roses. Director Susan Roberts did above a first class job.I assure you it is not my intention to undermine the events which inspired this work.I'm guessing the family of Sophie have seen Black Roses, but if any of them haven't I strongly recommend seeking it out.

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