Ray & Liz

This powerful and unflinching drama tells the story of Richard Billingham's troubled childhood growing up in a Black Country council flat during the Thatcher era. On its release, it received widespread critical acclaim for its raw, gritty portrayal of working-class life, tackling themes of poverty, neglect, and the struggles of growing up in a society that seems determined to hold you back. With its striking photography and bracing authenticity, this film is a searing indictment of a Britain that forgot its most vulnerable members - but also a testament to the resilience of those who refuse to be silenced.