This is a very charming, realistic story of a few young Glaswegians who get together and start a band one magical summer. There is Eve, the emotionally troubled singer, James, the intellectual and leading light, and Cass, who adds beauty and cachet to the trio. The story follows their emotional ups and downs and their struggle to form a group and get noticed, and does so in a low key way. At times it made me think of some neglected, black and white classic from the 1960s. The music is very much along the same lines as Murdoch's band (Belle & Sebastian, in case you didn't know), and there are some nice song and dance segments. Fans (like me) are sure to enjoy it. My only complaint is that the portrayal of Eve's serious case of depression (or whatever emotional illness she has) is a little too light-hearted for comfort.
Review of God Help the Girl
