Lisa Owens
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Days Of The Bagnold Summer, Blu-ray review
A subdued and sweet-natured coming of (middle) age comedy from first time director Simon Bird.
John Parker, Entertainment Focus, 1st May 2022Review: Days of the Bagnold Summer
Actor Simon Bird makes his directorial debut with a well-fashioned but familiar comedy.
Emma Simmonds, The List, 8th June 2020Days of the Bagnold Summer review
The first-time director spins a bittersweet tale of family strife, starring Earl Cave in a breakout role.
Nick Levine, NME, 8th June 2020Days of the Bagnold Summer review
Simon Bird's debut feature captures the comedy and tragedy in the lives of a single mother and her stroppy teenage son, writes Mark Kermode.
Mark Kermode, The Observer, 7th June 2020Days of the Bagnold Summer review
Earl Cave and Monica Dolan are a delight in this charming comedy directed by The Inbetweeners' Simon Bird.
Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian, 4th June 2020Days Of The Bagnold Summer review
Days Of The Bagnold Summer is an endearing, accessible film for anyone who's struggled through puberty, or, indeed, struggled to connect with a family member going through it.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 5th March 2020