Description

On the outskirts of Birmingham and the margins of society, the Billingham family perform extreme rituals and break social taboos as they muddle through a life decided by factors beyond their control. At times shocking and laced with unsettling humor, three episodes unfold as a powerful evocation of the experience of growing up in a Black Country council flat.

Reviews

“An intensely observed narrative feature that draws deeply from Billingham’s previous work.” —Hollywood Reporter

“Ray & Liz is formally arresting and rigorous, though not at the expense of its direct emotional force.”—Variety

Festivals

Locarno Film Festival
International Competition: Special Mention Jury Prize

Thessaloniki Film Festival
International Competition: Golden Alexander for Best Film

El Gouna Film Festival
International Competition: Silver Award for Narrative Film

Batumi Film Festival
International Competition – Best Film & Best Actress Award to Ella Smith

Nouveau Cinema Montreal Film Festival
Les Nouveaux Alchimistes: Special Mention Jury Prize

Toronto International Film Festival
Wavelengths

New-York Film Festival
Main Slate

BFI London Film Festival
First Feature Competition