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A petty thief and a grumpy grandpa commit crimes, eat sandwiches, and accidentally become soulmates.
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Borrowed Time (2013)

odd-couple chaosBritish miserabilismfound family

Overview

ComedyDrama

The story of two totally contrasting figures who come together in the most hostile of circumstances, only to form an unlikely bond that will help them both find a way out of their respective troubles. It is a bittersweet comedy about growing up and rediscovering youth in parallel, united by the subconscious desire to seek out the missing elements in their lives.

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Content warning
intergenerational friendshipeconomic desperationmasculine vulnerabilityredemption through connection

Standout Aspects

Acting

Phil Davis's magnificent sullenness meets Theo Barklem-Biggs's desperate energy.

Writing

Dialogue that makes poverty and crime weirdly charming.

Best for:Solo: Rainy afternoon when you need a weird little hug.·Friends: With your most unhinged mate who loves kitchen-sink realism.·Streaming: Late-night discovery you'll aggressively recommend to no one.
Heads up:Violence: Some low-stakes criminal activity and threatened harm.
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Director

Jules Bishop

ReleasedSep 13, 2013
Runtime1h 28m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
BBC Film
Parkville Pictures

Top Cast

Phil Davis

Phil Davis

Philip

Theo Barklem-Biggs

Theo Barklem-Biggs

Kevin

Warren Brown

Warren Brown

Nigel

Hammed Animashaun

Hammed Animashaun

Leon

Perry Benson

Perry Benson

Ted

Neil Cole

Neil Cole

Radio DJ (voice)

Andrew Ellis

Andrew Ellis

Dan

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Director Jules Bishop's debut feature was shot in just 18 days around Peckham and Brixton markets.

Cultural

The film belongs to a mini-wave of 2010s British cinema exploring 'austerity friendships' between desperate men across generations.

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