Director Rich PeppiattsKneecapis a dramedy revolving around the Belfast rap trio of the same name.
Perhaps the most surprising name inKneecaps cast list is Michael Fassbender, who plays Moglai Baps father, Arlo.
Fassbenders screen time might be limited, but his role oddly mirrors two earlier parts the actor played.
Kneecap balances drama with the right amount of humor.
Its grounded in resistance, but its also a riotous good time, full of comedy and acerbic wit.
Its not unlike the soundtrack’s Irish language hip-hop.
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In this regard,Kneecapseems a million miles from McQueens tragic drama.
Thus,KneecapsharesHungers central conflict.
In this regard,Kneecapmanages to borrow from Fassbenders earlier indie hitFrankwhile simultaneously paying tribute to McQueens movie.
His inability to see past his ambitions clouds their friendship, something Kneecap avoid.
Instead,Kneecapsucceeds precisely because it borrows from bothFrankandHunger.
UnlikeHunger,Kneecapexpands its focus beyond one individuals fight for freedom and out into their broader community.
UnlikeFrank,Kneecapsituates mental health struggles within a historical and social context.
The Irish indie movie has already enjoyed massive critical success and an impressive cinema run in the US.
Michael Fassbenders roles inFrankandHungermakeKneecaps story even stronger, building on the movies themes and characterization.
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