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Brenda Blethyn Stuns in 'Dragonfly' Drama: Stream Free
21 Aug
Summary
- Brenda Blethyn stars as vulnerable Elsie in 'Dragonfly'.
- The drama explores prejudice and judgment impacting a friendship.
- Dragonfly boasts a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score and awards.
The drama "Dragonfly," starring Brenda Blethyn, is now available to stream for free in the UK, eight months following its initial release. Directed by Paul Andrew Williams, the film centers on a poignant friendship between two lonely neighbours.
Brenda Blethyn, renowned for her role as DCI Vera Stanhope, portrays Elsie, an 84-year-old woman, a stark contrast to her familiar character. Academy Award-nominee Andrea Riseborough joins her as Colleen, Elsie's younger neighbour. Jason Watkins also features as Elsie's son, John.
The narrative follows Elsie and Colleen, whose bond forms as Colleen offers free assistance to the neglected pensioner. However, suspicions arise regarding Colleen's true intentions, leading to a shocking event and a chain reaction of consequences.
"Dragonfly" has garnered significant critical acclaim, holding an impressive 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has been lauded as a "haunting, genre-defying drama" and "an acting masterclass." Blethyn and Riseborough jointly received the Best Performance award at the Tribeca Film Festival.
