
God's Own Country
dir. Francis Lee
81
8 sourcesSynopsis
A young farmer in rural Yorkshire numbs his daily frustrations with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of a Romanian migrant worker.
Critics consensus
A quiet, moving rumination on loneliness and newfound intimacy, God's Own Country marks an outstanding directorial debut for Francis Lee.
What resonated with audiences
'God's Own Country' is a heartfelt and compelling story, praised for its realistic depiction of rural life and complex relationships. Key themes include loneliness, transformative love, and same-sex relationship challenges. Performances by Josh O'Connor and Alec Secareanu are lauded for emotional depth. However, some find the script lacking and pacing slow, with Gheorghe's character underdeveloped. Cinematography and direction are generally well-received, contributing to the film's atmospheric impact.

Directed byFrancis Lee
StarringJosh O'Connor, Alec Secăreanu, Gemma Jones, Ian Hart, Harry Lister Smith, Patsy Ferran
Written byFrancis Lee
CinematographyJoshua James Richards
EditingChris Wyatt
MusicDustin O'Halloran
God's Own Country
2017 · R · 1h 44m
Romance, Drama
A young farmer in rural Yorkshire numbs his daily frustrations with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of a Romanian migrant worker.
What resonated with audiences
'God's Own Country' is a heartfelt and compelling story, praised for its realistic depiction of rural life and complex relationships. Key themes include loneliness, transformative love, and same-sex relationship challenges. Performances by Josh O'Connor and Alec Secareanu are lauded for emotional depth. However, some find the script lacking and pacing slow, with Gheorghe's character underdeveloped. Cinematography and direction are generally well-received, contributing to the film's atmospheric impact.
Critics Consensus
A quiet, moving rumination on loneliness and newfound intimacy, God's Own Country marks an outstanding directorial debut for Francis Lee.
