Riff-Raff

In this gritty and poignant British drama, Robert Carlyle stars as Stevie, a Glasgow native fresh from prison who takes a job on a London construction site, navigating the harsh realities of modern Britain alongside his eccentric workmates. When he meets struggling Irish singer Susan, their tumultuous relationship sparks tension amidst the backdrop of poverty, unemployment, and social inequality. Directed by Ken Loach, Riff-Raff is a powerful portrayal of working-class life in 1990s London, marked by humor, drama, and a searing critique of the social ills that defined the era.