"You are this close to gettin' out of here..." Lionsgate UK has revealed the first teaser trailer for the film
Wasteman, an acclaimed indie debut from the 2025 Toronto Film Festival. I've seen this already - and yep it's damn good. Definitely one to keep an eye out for. The directorial debut of Cal McMau,
Wasteman tells the incredible story of how a convict's chances for early prison release come under threat from his ruthlessly violent new cellmate in this uncompromisingly brutal British thriller. The film follows parolee Taylor whose fresh start hopes are jeopardized by cellmate Dee's arrival. As the rebellious Dee takes Taylor under his wing, a vicious attack tests their bond, forcing Taylor to choose between protecting Dee and his own parole chances. Starring the exceptionally talented
David Jonsson (last seen in
The Long Walk) along with
Tom Blyth, plus
Alex Hassell,
Corin Silva, and
Paul Hilton. Though it's a familiar story of inmates & prison culture, it is worth watching just for the two riveting lead performances and their dynamic within this film. //
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