Christine

About This Movie

Christine, directed by Alan Clarke, paints a bleak portrait of adolescence and addiction. The film follows its titular character, a pasty-faced teen, as she navigates the dark underbelly of her suburban environment, delivering heroin between friends' houses. There's an eerie, almost oppressive atmosphere throughout, where the mundane meets the tragic. The pacing feels deliberately slow, almost mirroring Christine's own aimless journey, allowing the viewer to sink into her world. Performances are raw and unrefined, capturing the desperation and lack of direction in her life. What stands out is the practical approach to the subject matter, eschewing glamorization. Instead, it’s an unvarnished look at the consequences of addiction, and the quiet chaos of teenage life.

Alan Clarke's distinctive directionRaw performances and atmosphereThemes of addiction and isolation