We’ve just spotted the first write-up for The Two of Us on the Raindance website — and we’re made up with it. Massive thanks to Larissa Guerrini-Maraldi for taking their time to watch it and give us this review.
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Heartbroken by the murder of his daughter Elle, Tim Edwards found there was little to pull him out of his spiral into drinking and depression. That is until learning of the long walk through the British countryside being planned and recorded by comedian John May, who was on his own soul-searching journey. Together, the two decided to venture across the nation.
Owen Ward’s documentary highlights the humour and therapeutic levity that can be found from two people finding each other in such dark, uncertain times. Through combining interviews and testimonials from the subjects and their loved ones, with the camera footage of May and Edwards’ recorded journey, the subjects are able to take control of their narrative and navigate the uneven road of grief. Patrick Bennett’s score reflects each moment of light-heartedness, pensiveness, and gravity. While the editing keeps the viewer in a constant state of momentum, embodying the relentless pace of life and their journey, the emotional confessions from Edwards and May are allowed to sit and linger.
The Two of Us is a monument to the power of kindness and positivity to inspire and uplift others, and a reminder of the strength of friendship, as no one is alone in their struggle.
Source: Raindance Film Festival
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That’s from the official festival listing, and honestly, it’s lovely to see. As our debut film, getting this kind of response means a lot — especially from a festival like Raindance. The film’s been selected for the 33rd Raindance Film Festival and nominated for Best Documentary Feature and Best UK Cinematography. We weren’t expecting that, so it’s safe to say we’re pretty chuffed.
Tickets for our screenings at Raindance on the 23rd and 24th June are available here.