My Feral Heart

2016

1h 23m

Drama

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88%

8 Reviews

Tomatometer

93%

50+ Ratings

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After his mother passes away, Luke, a young man with Down syndrome, is forced to move into a care home. After sneaking out of the house to explore the countryside, he meets a young woman who gives him hope and purpose.

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This is a really sweet, touching film. Its a character based drama and I'd dare you not to feel sorry for and even proud of Luke (the main character). I felt I could understand his frustration and sense of isolation, in his newfound situation. The acting is good, it seems pretty genuine and I like that it's somewhat understated. I like that while its perhaps partly sentimental, its certainly not overly soppy. It feels real. I would definitely recommend this film, yes.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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This is a very beautiful film. The score and cinematography are stunning and the acting us beautiful. The only downside is the lack of explanation about who or what the feral girl is. Every indication is that she is an insured fox that he cares for and imagines as a human, as he grieves for the mother he was the carer for. The foxhounds hunt her and bite her, she cries like a fox, she scratches and crawls, she is caught in a snare... so I was invested in her identity being revealed. She never is revealed except for someone saying 'who is she?' , indicating she was actually a human. So, who was she? The film ends very abruptly and we are never to know. But this is a film of great beauty and the acting from everyone truly is breathtaking.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/26/23

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I saw this film on Monday night with my daughter and we had the best time. This is a brilliant film and one that really takes you on an emotional journey. We both loved it and highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a well told, hard hitting drama. This film needs to be seen by the wider audience. Jane Gull and Duncan Paveling ought to be really proud of their film. Serina Hartwell - Author of The Hidden Saga

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/08/23

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Heart warming film that tackles a very difficult subject with both a splashing of light humour,an engaging story-line and some great acting. I watched this film with a certain degree of apprehension, fearful that this would a dark and somewhat drab affair, that wallows in self pity centered around the main actor and his extra chromosome. However, I left feeling happy and wanting more. All three main characters, portrayed by Brandon, Rastall and Swash bring something different and depth to the story. If you're tired of shallow pointless blockbusters, this one is for you. The only negative is the abrupt ending.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

Achingly poignant and beautifully acted.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 6, 2016

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Fionnuala Halligan

Screen International

Making her directorial debut, Jane Gull guides both Brandon and the film to a sensitive reading of a Duncan Paveling's credible, engaging story.

Nov 4, 2016

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

There's a lot to like here, including the thoughtful portrait of disability, director Jane Gull's knack with performers of all ability, and the shimmering cinematography by Susanne Salavati.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 3, 2016

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Jason Best

What's On TV

Steven Brandon, a young actor with Down's syndrome, delivers a captivating lead performance.

Rated: 3/5

Dec 20, 2020

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Smitha Rajan

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

It is not a nice feeling when you are absorbed in a story and suddenly the television conks off. That's the feeling you are left with after watching My Feral Heart.

Sep 5, 2017

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Amber Wilkinson

Eye for Film

Gull has a keen eye for nature, beautifully captured by cinematographer Susanne Salavati.

Rated: 3.5

Nov 11, 2016

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Synopsis

After his mother passes away, Luke, a young man with Down syndrome, is forced to move into a care home. After sneaking out of the house to explore the countryside, he meets a young woman who gives him hope and purpose.

Director: Jane Gull
Producer: Kirsty Bell, Peter O'Neill, Gary Phillips, Luis Sánchez, Gareth Stanley, Gavin Thain, Mark Vennis, Kirk Wells
Screenwriter: Duncan Paveling
Production Co: My Feral Heart
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English (United Kingdom)
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 13, 2020
Runtime: 1h 23m

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