My Policeman

In 1950s Brighton, a shy policeman named Tom becomes involved with a married museum curator, Patrick. Their secret affair unfolds alongside Tom's marriage to school teacher Marion, creating a complex emotional triangle. Decades later, the repercussions of their past choices resurface when the elderly Patrick returns to the home of the now-retired Tom and Marion.

My Policeman received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for the performances of its lead actors, particularly Harry Styles and Emma Corrin, and its sensitive portrayal of forbidden love. However, many critics found the film's pacing uneven and its narrative structure, jumping between different time periods, to be less effective than intended. The screenplay was also a point of contention, with some deeming it underdeveloped.

• Praise for the strong performances of Harry Styles and Emma Corrin.

• Criticism for uneven pacing and a sometimes underdeveloped script.

• Appreciation for its sensitive handling of a historical LGBTQ+ story.

Google audience: Google users generally responded positively to the film, appreciating the emotional depth and the acting. Many viewers found the story moving and felt the performances, especially from the younger cast, were compelling. Some audience members did express that the film could have benefited from a more cohesive narrative.

Harry Styles, who plays the younger Tom Burgess, has stated that he found inspiration for his character by watching documentaries about police officers and observing how they carry themselves.