Film Review: Paul Mescal is in excellent form as likeable but troubled Calum in Aftersun

It’s the little details that render writer-director Charlotte Wells’ film a gripping character study

Aftersun stars Paul Mescal as Calum, and his young daughter Sophie (Frankie Corio). Pictures: Sarah Makharine Volta Pictures 

★★★★☆

Aftersun (15A) stars Paul Mescal as Calum, who takes his young daughter Sophie (Frankie Corio) on holiday to a Turkish resort. Amiably separated from Sophie’s mother, Calum seems to enjoy a relaxed relationship with Sophie — the pair are easy in one another’s company, whether snorkelling, playing chess or hanging out poolside in comfortable silence.