Pillion (CTC)

A remarkable directorial debut by Harry Lighton, Pillion is an unconventional romance that soars thanks to its nonjudgmental perspective and knockout performances.

Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin's mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic.

Cast: Alexander Skarsgård, Harry Melling, Douglas Hodge, Jake Shears, Mat Hill, Anthony Welsh, Miranda Bell, Rosie Sheehy, Billy Kin

Director: Harry Lighton

★★★★★ "An unconventional love story that finds pathos amid the PVC, this triumphant directorial debut bares so much more than flesh. Bruising and brilliant." EMPIRE

★★★★★ "BDSM biker romp is the sweetest, sexiest, and most tender film you’ll see all year" INDEPENDENT UK

★★★★★ "Pillion is a wonderful film that’s heavy with purpose... All that and it’s also very, very hot." TIME OUT

★★★★★ "Pillion is this year’s biggest cinematic surprise... Lighton’s story is raw and enthralling and will have you seeing parts of yourself on screen that you thought no one would ever be able to see." LOUD AND CLEAR

★★★★ "[a] hugely entertaining British comedy-drama" ROLLING STONE

★★★★ "Streaked through as it is with melancholy, Pillion is ultimately upbeat — a feelgood film about the joys of being treated badly." FINANCIAL TIMES

★★★★ "This funny, raw and surprisingly tender film once again proves that Harry Melling is the former Harry Potter cast member to watch." HEYUGUYS

★★★★ "an intensely English story of romance, devotion and loss from first-time feature director Harry Lighton" GUARDIAN