Catherine Called BIRDY
An energetic adaptation of a YA bestseller
FILM PRIME VIDEO
Lena Dunham won a Golden Globe and a BAFTA for her eradefining US comedy Girls and now she brings us a very different look at the challenges of young womanhood in this witty and light-hearted historical comedy. Based on a children’s book by Karen Cushman and set in 13th-century England, the film follows a spirited 14 year-old – played with charm by The Worst Witch’s Bella Ramsey – as she dodges a host of undesirable and wealthy suitors. It’s funny and frivolous fare, with big names including Andrew Scott, David Bradley, Sophie Okonedo, Russell Brand and Lesley Sharp dropping in for memorable appearances.
SMA
See feature, page 20