
Days of the Bagnold Summer
Directed by Simon Bird
Produced by Stigma Films
A tender, low-key coming-of-age comedy about a mother and son learning to connect during an unexpected summer together, grounded in everyday warmth and gentle humor.
Sue works in a library. Daniel eats crisps and listens to Metallica. This was the summer Daniel was due to spend with his father and his father's new wife in Florida. But when they cancel his trip at the last minute, Sue and Daniel suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together.
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Is Days of the Bagnold Summer violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Days of the Bagnold Summer easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.
Is Days of the Bagnold Summer scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Does Days of the Bagnold Summer end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is Days of the Bagnold Summer sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
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Like Days of the Bagnold Summer
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Days of the Bagnold Summer, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































