The Ballad of Wallis Island

2025

Comedy / Drama / Music / Romance

12
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 97% · 119 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 93% · 100 ratings
IMDb Rating 7.4/10 10 6903 6.9K

musician reunion

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Plot summary

An eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favourite musicians to perform at his home.

Director

James Griffiths Photo
James Griffiths

Top cast

Carey Mulligan Photo
Carey Mulligan as Nell Mortimer
Sian Clifford Photo
Sian Clifford as Amanda
Tom Basden Photo
Tom Basden as Herb McGwyer
Tim Key Photo
Tim Key as Charles Heath
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1 hr 39 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by yugesh-karnati 8 / 10

"Wowsers in your trousers!"

The second I saw the location settings I knew that this film is going to be a great one. A simple story with some great performances especially by Charles and Amanda, they nailed their characters with their unique style of innocence as people cut off from the rest of the world. Adding to that, the soundtrack took it to another level.If you love movies with minimal characters happening at a remote location and with great soundtrack then you'll definitely love this. You might even cry a little bit if you're an emotional person, I mean I did when Herb saw those paper clippings and found out why Charles was doing what he did. A really heartwarming film with a touch of light humour, I definitely recommend you guys to watch this.
Reviewed by southdavid 8 / 10

Folk'ing Brilliant

This was on my radar, as the leads have been on various podcasts that I listen to promoting it. I had to travel to Sheffield though, as it's still a bit too "independent", despite Universal distributing it, for my local Cineworld. It was worth the extra travel money.Lottery winner Charles Heath (Tim Key) uses some of his money to pay for his favourite folk duo McGwyer Mortimer to reform for a small gig on the island he lives on. When he arrives, Herb McGwyer (Tom Basden) is unaware just how small the gig's audience will be, or that Nell Mortimer (Carey Mulligan) will also be coming. The pair were a romantic couple, as well as bandmates, but haven't seen in each other in a decade since McGwyer's decision to record a solo album."The Ballad of Wallis Island" is absolutely one of my favourite films of the year so far. It's genuinely funny, touching and warm. Much of the humour comes from Key who, in all fairness, is playing the sort of character that Key usually plays. Bumbling is too strong a term, but certainly a man who never knows when to let a moment sit. You do really have to like that character for the film to work, but I do. Whilst Key is probably the reason you'll enjoy the film, it doesn't work without the Basden's performance as McGwyer. He has to keep him likeable enough, whilst he makes mistakes and meets frustrations but he threads the needle well. Mulligan isn't in the film for as long as the other two, but she, of course, nails it when she arrives also.The film becomes increasingly touching as it reaches the end, and I did wipe away a tear in the concert scene.Excellent stuff.
Reviewed by rannynm 8 / 10

A Unique Film With Wonderful Acting, An Unconventional Story, And Heartfelt Themes

The Ballad of Wallis Island is a unique film that I absolutely loved. Its wonderful performances, unconventional story, and heartfelt themes make The Ballad of Wallis Island a stellar drama.The Ballad of Wallis Island follows the famed singer and songwriter Herb McGwyer (Tom Basden) as he travels to a secluded island for a gig. Hired to perform for two-time lottery winner Charles (Tim Key), Herb is forced not only to put on a good show, but to find himself emotionally, musically, and spiritually along the way.The performances in The Ballad of Wallis Island are nothing short of spectacular. Although Tom Basden's Herb McGwyer leads the film, he shares the screen with Tim Key's Charles, and the two are incredible together. They have a sort of chemistry that feels natural, and watching their friendship blossom throughout the film is a joy. They are polar opposites that are bound together, forced to find common ground. It's no wonder the two work so well on screen together because they actually wrote the film together! To begin with, Tom Basden's acting excellently captures the kind of existential crisis of an artist past their prime. Although not uncommon, this theme is a central part of the film. Herb McGwyer has descended from his peak in popularity, and Basden depicts his entrapment in the past so well. Tim Key's portrayal of Charles is 100% the highlight of the film. He brings a kind and bright energy every time he is on screen, which works perfectly to counteract the gloomy Herb. All of Key's comedic lines are well-delivered, and his witty, but lighthearted demeanor uplifts the film. Both Basden and Key experience an emotional arc together that is beautiful to watch. Academy Award nominee Carrey Mulligan not only produces, but stars in this film as well. Mulligan plays Nell Mortimer, the other half of "McGwyer Mortimer," an incredibly popular music duo. Her portrayal as a former musician is outstanding and starkly contrasts with Herb's personality. Their onscreen dynamic is great, as is their chemistry. They are past lovers, and watching them reunite after years, and dissect the band's falling out is very interesting. The Ballad of Wallis Island is rather unusual in that it takes place in one location - an island in the middle of nowhere. Wallis Island is tucked away from the rest of society, and therefore cut off from wifi, technology, and civilization. It feels as though Wallis Island has its own personality in its transformative nature. It morphs the characters emotionally, and puts them to the test. Both Herb and Nell are trapped and pushed to figure out what they want. Are they truly just seeking payment for the gig, or are they looking for something deeper, like a connection?The Ballad of Wallis Island juggles several mature themes, including societal isolation and the cost of fame, but the film's message is about the importance of human relationships. We find Herb kind of disappointed with himself, and discouraged, but only until he goes to Wallis Island does he begin to find meaning in his life. Through his friendship with Charles, a man with whom he is completely different, he finds what is missing in his life and art - human connection and companionship. Ironically, his adventure to a place secluded from all society is where he learns the power of the bonds and friendships he builds.I give The Ballad of Wallis Island 4 out of 5 stars, and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. The Ballad of Wallis Island releases exclusively in theaters March 28, 2025. By Daniel S., KIDS FIRST!
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