Topside

In a dystopian future, a mother struggles to survive in the harsh underbelly of a city, known as the 'Underbelly.' She is driven by a desperate need to find her lost daughter, who was taken by the city's authorities. Her journey through the dangerous levels of the city forces her to confront the oppressive regime and the societal decay that defines her world.

Topside received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric world-building and strong performances, particularly from Joanna Vanderham. Some reviewers found the plot occasionally predictable, but generally lauded its gritty portrayal of a dystopian society and its emotional core.

• Praised for its immersive and bleak dystopian atmosphere.

• Joanna Vanderham's performance as a determined mother is a standout.

• Some found the narrative pacing and plot elements to be somewhat conventional.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but general sentiment from accessible reviews highlights the film's successful creation of a compelling, dark, and oppressive future world, with many appreciating the emotional weight of the central maternal quest.

The film was shot on location in and around London, utilizing various industrial and urban landscapes to create the distinct 'Underbelly' aesthetic.