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Eileen

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• Thriller
• Drama

• 2023
• William Oldroyd
• 97 mins
• 15

Summary

Mystery thriller starring Thomasin McKenzie and Anne Hathaway. In a small Massachusetts town, lonely Eileen spends her days working at a young offenders' prison and nights caring for her alcoholic father. When psychologist Rebecca starts work at the prison, Eileen is drawn to the charismatic newcomer - with frightening consequences.

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A star rating of 4 out of 5.

Patrick Cremona

The script for this bleak but alluring noir thriller was adapted by author Ottessa Moshfegh (and her husband Luke Goebel) from her 2015 novel, and the feel of the book translates impeccably to the screen. Thomasin McKenzie stars as Eileen, a repressed young woman in 1960s Massachusetts who works as a secretary at a boy's prison. Her dull life is given an unexpected jolt by the arrival of new psychologist Rebecca (a superb Anne Hathaway), and Eileen finds herself immediately entranced. Director William Oldroyd (Lady Macbeth) uses period stylings and Richard Reed Parry's terrific score to craft a richly atmospheric mood, resulting in a film that becomes something of a twisted delight, especially when an ingenious third-act rug-pull nudges the film into far darker territory. That late twist may divide audiences, but those who stay with it will be deeply rewarded.

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5.9/10

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Cast

rolenameEileen DunlopThomasin McKenzieRebecca Saint JohnAnne HathawayFather DunlopShea WhighamLeonard PolkSam NivolaRandyOwen TeagueMrs MurraySiobhan Fallon HoganMrs StevensTonye Patano

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rolenameDirectorWilliam Oldroyd

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Theatrical distributor

Universal

Released on

2023-12-01

Languages

English

Formats

Colour

News & features about Eileen

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  Eileen Mayers, Coronation Street star famed for controversial cut storyline, dies aged 94
  
  Mayers played Sheila Birtles on the long-running ITV soap.

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  The Crown stars Eileen Atkins and Alex Jennings reunite for BBC Radio 4 drama
  
  The two stars worked together on biographical drama Hope Bourne for the first time since their roles as Queen Mary and her son the Duke of Windsor in The Crown

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  Coronation Street sets up Eileen Grimshaw's exit in ITVX episode
  
  The long-standing character will bow out after 25 years.

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  Coronation Street's Eileen Grimshaw faces shock consequences of Julie Carp's death
  
  *Warning: Major spoilers for Wednesday 7th May's episode.*

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  6 Coronation Street spoilers: Eileen Grimshaw exits – will she leave George Shuttleworth behind?
  
  Carl goes in for the kiss, it's Dylan vs Brody, and James is back.

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  Coronation Street's Eileen Grimshaw exits with fitting tribute after 25 years in ITVX release
  
  Over and out!

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  Coronation Street confirms return of iconic character after 10 years for Eileen’s exit
  
  Sue Cleaver's Eileen is in for a family reunion next month.

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  Why is Jesse back in Coronation Street as Eileen and Audrey despair over Gail?
  
  Gail's colourful love life was the subject of the day!

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  Eileen writers and director unpack the film's massive twist
  
  The team behind Eileen reveal all - with spoilers!

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  Coronation Street confirms Eileen Grimshaw's future on the cobbles after shock exit
  
  Jan leaves her behind - and utterly heartbroken

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  Eileen Grimshaw announces she's leaving Coronation Street - Sue Cleaver on her character's future
  
  But is this really goodbye?

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  Coronation Street: Eileen's comeback storyline revealed
  
  She's shocked that Steve is now engaged to Tracy

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  Coronation Street: Eileen and Phelan to leave Weatherfield?
  
  Eileen stands by her man!

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  Eileen, Nicola and baby Zack to leave Coronation Street next week
  
  But someone new is moving in at No 11...

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  Coronation Street: will Sean reveal his homelessness secret to Eileen? Watch the scene
  
  Is the truth set to come out?

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  Coronation Street: Eileen is the victim of a sick prank - watch the brand-new scene
  
  Is Phelan behind Eileen's torment?

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  Coronation Street: Eileen discovers Phelan's kidnap secret?
  
  Will Andy be saved by Eileen in next week's episodes of Corrie?

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  Coronation Street: Eileen FINALLY discovers the truth about Phelan - what happens next?
  
  Will she keep his terrible secret?

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  Coronation Street trailer: see Eileen and Phelan's deadly showdown - watch the tense promo
  
  "What have you done?!"

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  Coronation Street gun drama: Eileen to make shock discovery about Phelan?
  
  Is the truth set to be revealed at last?

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  Coronation Street: Eileen FINALLY sees Phelan's guilt? Watch the brand-new scene
  
  Is she about to see her husband for the monster he is?

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  Coronation Street boss on Pat Phelan's "demise" - "His downfall is very much to do with Eileen"
  
  Producer Kate Oates gives first details of Phelan's exit

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  Coronation Street airs Jason Grimshaw return in ITVX release
  
  The character is back ahead of mum Eileen's exit.

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  Coronation Street airs scandalous twist for Julie Carp death aftermath
  
  Warning: Major spoilers for Friday 9th May's episode.

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