Filth

Detective Sergeant Bruce Robertson is a corrupt, misogynistic, bigoted police officer in Edinburgh, Scotland. He manipulates, lies, and schemes his way through life, aiming for a promotion he desperately desires. As he delves deeper into a murder investigation, his psychological state deteriorates, and the lines between reality and delusion blur.

Filth received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its dark humor, McAvoy's performance, and its audacious, often shocking, style. Some found its relentless depravity and chaotic narrative off-putting, but many acknowledged its effectiveness as a visceral and darkly comedic experience.

• James McAvoy delivers a tour-de-force performance as the morally bankrupt protagonist.

• The film's provocative and often offensive humor is a key element, but can be polarizing.

• Visually striking and narratively ambitious, though sometimes overwhelmingly chaotic.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight James McAvoy's incredible performance and the film's unique, albeit dark, sense of humor. Some viewers found the movie excessively vulgar and disturbing, while others appreciated its bold and unconventional storytelling.

Nominated for Best Film at the British Independent Film Awards.

The film is based on the 1998 novel of the same name by Irvine Welsh, the author also known for "Trainspotting."