Spoonface Steinberg

About This Movie

Spoonface Steinberg is quite the unique piece in the world of TV movies, adapted from Lee Hall's radio play. The film dives deep into the mind of a seven-year-old Jewish girl with autism, who is grappling with the harsh realities of life while facing terminal cancer. It's heavy stuff, yet the storytelling carries a certain rawness that’s almost disarming. The pacing feels deliberate, allowing moments of reflection that really resonate. The way Spoonface draws parallels between her world and the lives of concentration camp prisoners is both haunting and poignant. The performances, especially from the young lead, add layers to her character that are hard to shake off. It's a film that unfolds with an unsettling grace, making you ponder long after the credits roll.

Unique adaptation of a radio playExplores heavy themes with sensitivityStrong performance from the lead actress