This film depicts a British working class family with poverty, neglect and depravation. Suffice to say, it's not the cheeriest watch. Its quite grim really and frustrating because its clear that certain people are taking advantage of others - there is an element of manipulation. There were some mildly amusing moments, believe it or not, involving the kids, although I did feel sorry for them too, frankly - certainly the younger ones. I suppose its a somewhat thoughtful watch, not one that will suit or appeal to, everyone but I'd say this is an ok watch, which yes, I'd cautiously recommend.

Not for the faint hearted as this movie shows what life is really like for some people when living in poverty with no prospects and mental health issues that go untreated. If you have seen Richard Billingham's photos of his family he took when growing up in a council hi rise block in Cradely Heath during the 80s and were fascinated by them, then this film brings those photos to life. I loved it but my wife couldn't finish watching it as felt it was too depressing.

Talk about slow,bloody hell,no idea who gives this pile of shite good scores.It was boring,dragged on and not at all worth watching.Out of 10 i would score it 2 and thats just for the nostalgia of props

I hated this film. The more I think about it the more it repulses me. Critics will tell you, "I do declare this was a lovely jaunt looking at the poor". Let me tell you this isn't respectful or generous or caring. It's another in the increasing long line of movies that culture the audience to punch down at the less fortunate of the world who would never watch a film like this in the first place. We're supposed to hate these people. We're supposed to be repulsed while feeling a certain sentimentality for the kids. When the movie isn't unflinchingly hideous, it's flat out boring. The final act could cure insomnia, not to mention we haven't developed any care from the characters on the screen. Disgusting. If you like slowing down to see people in pain on the side of the road this is right up your alley. Final Score: 1.8/10

There is very little plot to this film, even for an "artsy" one. The story line could have been delivered in 30 min. Some characters are absolutely pointless and way too much time is spent developing them. The story is one we have heard before and have seen done better.

Ray & Liz is a great movie that shows how alcohol and mental abuse impacts a low income family that only rely on the welfare of their government. This movie is really interesting because it really brings you into the lives of Ray and Liz's family, from the slow closeup camera shots to the dramatic pauses. Would definitely recommend this movie to anyone who loves psychological ordeals.

One of the greatest movies I've seen for years!

I can best describe that this movie is shot like a moving photograph, combined with the tight ratio, it gives a really compressing view on the bleak, saddingely real life this family is leading. Their lack of empathy reflects how society feels about these kind of people, making it even harder for them to ever get out of this vicious cycle. This is their life, that's how it was then, that''s how it is now and that's how it will be. A forever unchanging line that does not waver.

I hardly ever walk out on a film, but this was such a dreadful mess that I left after 20 minutes. It is simply one of the worst films ever made, right up there with Dumb and Dumber to.

Very stupid movie that I have ever heard in my life.

An hypnotic portrait film about the director's childhood. Powerful, romantic in a decadent way, and almost surreal for boring people like me with a normal, happy childhood! Gorgeous.

Detailed sets recreate interiors detailed in Billingham's still images of his family home. The overall feeling is similar to the kitchen sink dramas with gritty realism portraying poverty and the dysfunctional family.

Amazing Amazing Amazing