This is one of the most beautifully shot movies I have seen. Whoever was behind the camera should be very proud of producing such breathtaking shots. I loved every minute. The characters really draw you in. To me it was the perfect mix of northern life in the pubs playing darts, juxtaposed with a moped winding through the northern countryside emblazoned with bright colored leaves. The story was so well paced and believable. The pacing reminded me of "The Station Agent", mixed with the comedy of "Brassed Off" with cinematography similar to "The Motorcycle Diaries" I found it to be so original, and not at all stereotypical of the north. I would have loved some extras on the DVD so I had some information about where the movie was actually shot. I'm thinking Derbyshire?
Review of Heartlands
