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PRETTY RED DRESS (UK, 2023)

2023   |   1h 50min   |   English  

Director:   Dionne Edwards

Stars:  Alexandra Burke, Natey Jones, Nicholas Bishop, Ben Caplan, Edwin De La Renta

Set against the soundtrack of Tina Turner's iconic hits, UK pop star Alexandra Burke makes her critically acclaimed acting debut as Candice, an aspiring singer and actor whose husband Travis has just been released from prison. As Candice's musical career starts to take off, Travis embarks on a journey of his own, exploring his identity and masculinity. 

"A must-see film" - Movie Marker

"Smashing... sexy... exhilarating... daring" - Screen International

"Glorious... Secrets, lies and repressed desires" - The Film Verdict

"An intensely likeable film" - Guardian

"A pleasure" - Screen International

"Captures the grit and glamour of London life" - Variety
"Alexandra Burke all but steals this film" - The Reviews Hub
"Natey Jones is a revelation... This performance is awards-level" - Screen Daily
"Vibrant" - The Film Verdict
"Confident and smart" - The Reviews Hub
"Uplifting, insightful" - Slash Film

"There's warmth, humour, sadness and tenderness in this big-hearted feature debut" - Guardian


Festivals / Awards:

BFI London Film Festival 2022 - Official Selection
Rotterdam International Film Festival 2023 - Official Selection
Seattle International Film Festival 2023 - Nominee, Best Film

New trailer for Pretty Red Dress (2022) - in UK/Ireland cinemas 16 June 2023 | BFI
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