Nowhere Special is something quite special. It is a very grounded, gentle and charming film that tells the story of a mid-30s single parent who, with only months to live, tries to find a suitable adoptive family for his three-years-old son. It works superbly at its most simple in its portrayal of the father-son relationship, such as the scenes of the father showing the world to his little boy, but it always tinged with the sadness of knowing that he will not see his child grow up. James Norton gives what is easily one of his very best performances showing great sensitivity and attention to detail, and his on-screen relationship with little Daniel Lamont is a delight to watch and feels totally honest. Emotionally powerful and both uplifting and heartbreaking, Nowhere Special is extremely accomplished, uncluttered in its simplicity and powerful in its realisation and storytelling.
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