The read
Critics rate it 28 points higher than audiences do.
Synopsis
Melvin, a British author living in America, returns home to London for Christmas to introduce his American fiancée Lisa to his eccentric British-Caribbean family. Their relationship is put to the test as she discovers the world her fiancé has left behind.
Ratings
IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Critics rate it 28 points higher than audiences do.
33 audience votes
Key crew
- James PoyserOriginal Music Composer
- Bruce PurnellScreenplay
- Aml AmeenDirector
- Aml AmeenScreenplay
Cast
- Aml AmeenMelvin Mckenzie
- Aja Naomi KingLisa Dixon
- Leigh-Anne PinnockGeorgia Folorunsho
- Marianne Jean-BaptisteShirley Mckenzie
- Tamara LawranceAretha 'Boobsy' Mckenzie
- Sheyi ColeJosh Mckenzie
- Stephen DillaneRichard
- Robbie GeeBilal
- Samson KayoJoseph
- Joshua MaloneyJermaine
- Yasmin Monet PrinceAlison
- Lisa Davina PhillipAuntie Valerie
Stills
Themes
london, englandholidayex-girlfriendromcomlovereunionauthorfamily holidayex-husband ex-wife relationshipintercultural relationshipjamaicandivorced parents