It gives me such a warm feeling personally, when I witness the beginning of a musical project, a journey so fulfilling, specially when it can bring out the best, musically, in each member. Most of the creative output comes from pain rather than happiness, and main character Eve is no stranger to that, as she is going through some tough times. This film was written and and directed by Stuart Murdoch, perhaps better known as the lead singer and songwriter of celebrated indie band, Belle & Sebastian. Considering he had no prior working experience in filmmaking, I believe God Help the Girl is a decent effort, pretty much sustained on the soundtrack tunes, which is very admirable, even though the story is moved to the background in terms of narrative importance. The songs need the story and the story needs the songs, but ultimately the songs end up making up for the viewing experience. I particulary enjoyed the story overall, with its cloudy Scottish weather, its young and relatable characters, the wonderful songs and the joy I get when I see musicians do what they do best, which is to create and to perform, a feeling I most happily relate to.
The acting is fine, there isn't anything groundbreaking by any means, nor is deplorable at all, I find it in a stable middle range. It's pretty simple, if you like Belle & Sebastian's music or indie music or maybe just good music in general, you will most certainly approve this film.
The acting is fine, there isn't anything groundbreaking by any means, nor is deplorable at all, I find it in a stable middle range. It's pretty simple, if you like Belle & Sebastian's music or indie music or maybe just good music in general, you will most certainly approve this film.