Like another reviewer, I too was motivated to see this film for its representation of a part of history I find interesting, the Great Depression. In this regard, the movie satisfies: the sets, costuming and other details give a vivid (and probably pretty faithful) rendition of a bleak period.
Unfortunately, the film had little else to offer (other than possibly an opportunity for the director to exorcise some personal demons). The story rambled, the characters failed to endear or inspire, and I found my interest languishing. Fans who take an interest in pre-war Great Britian are well advised to watch "Angela's Ashes" instead for a better-developed story and a more satisfying outcome. "Liam" is missable unless one has a fondness for well-known stereotypes being beaten into the ground.
Unfortunately, the film had little else to offer (other than possibly an opportunity for the director to exorcise some personal demons). The story rambled, the characters failed to endear or inspire, and I found my interest languishing. Fans who take an interest in pre-war Great Britian are well advised to watch "Angela's Ashes" instead for a better-developed story and a more satisfying outcome. "Liam" is missable unless one has a fondness for well-known stereotypes being beaten into the ground.