This Time Last Winter

About This Movie

This Time Last Winter is one of those films that lingers in your mind. Iona, the lead, is grappling with her past, specifically a violent moment she can't quite pin down. There's a rawness to the way the film handles young love, particularly through its portrayal of interracial dynamics and the unique concept of a talking circle. The pacing is a bit languid, almost meditative, which gives you space to absorb the weight of the themes—violence, choice, healing. The performances convey genuine emotion, pulling you into their world. It’s not flashy, but rather intimate and thought-provoking, making it stand apart in the drama genre.

Explores themes of violence in relationshipsFeatures a unique talking circle for healingFocuses on young interracial dynamics