Curfew

A burnt-out, middle-aged man, Robert, is grieving the loss of his wife and struggling to connect with his teenage daughter. He attempts to reclaim his life by entering a dangerous, high-stakes poker game where the stakes are far more personal than money. As Robert delves deeper into the underground gambling world, he is forced to confront his own demons and the fragile state of his family.

Curfew received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its slow pacing and bleak tone. While some performances, particularly Sean Bean's, were acknowledged, the film struggled to find a wider audience or critical acclaim, with many deeming it overly grim and underdeveloped.

• A somber and unengaging drama with a heavy focus on despair.

• Sean Bean delivers a committed performance, but it's not enough to elevate the film's narrative shortcomings.

• The film's pacing is too deliberate, leading to a tedious viewing experience for many.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a lack of engagement with the film's somber themes and a general consensus that it was a difficult and unrewarding watch.

The film marked the directorial debut of Shawn Ku, who also co-wrote the screenplay.