Wild Rose
Wild Rose

Movie spotlight

Wild Rose

2019
Movie
101 min
English

A young Scottish singer, Rose-Lynn Harlan, dreams of making it as a country artist in Nashville after being released from prison.

Insights

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users88%
Director: Tom HarperGenres: Drama, Music

Plot Summary

Newly released from prison, Glaswegian single mother Rose-Lynn Harlan dreams of escaping her working-class reality to become a country music star in Nashville. Balancing her newfound freedom with her responsibilities and aspirations, she pursues her musical ambitions while confronting the challenges of her past and present life. Her journey is a heartfelt portrayal of a woman fighting for a second chance and the pursuit of her dreams against considerable odds.

Critical Reception

Wild Rose received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for Jessie Buckley's powerful performance and the film's authentic portrayal of working-class life and the allure of country music. Critics praised its emotional depth, compelling narrative, and resonant soundtrack.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jessie Buckley delivers a star-making performance as a defiant and charismatic aspiring country singer.

  • The film authentically captures the struggles and aspirations of its working-class characters.

  • A raw and emotionally resonant story about chasing dreams and finding redemption.

Google audience: Audiences widely praised Jessie Buckley's incredible performance, the film's touching story about pursuing dreams, and its authentic depiction of Scottish working-class life. Many found the music compelling and the overall message of hope and perseverance very moving.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Song for 'Glasgow (No Blues Yet)' at the 72nd British Academy Film Awards.

Fun Fact

Jessie Buckley wrote and performed all the original songs featured in the film herself.

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