EFFI O BLAENAU

Based on Gary Owen’s much lauded and widely performed monodrama, Iphigenia in Splott, Effi o Blaenau is director Marc Evans’ cinematic interpretation set against the wide open landscapes of North Wales. 

The film follows Effi, a young woman who learns firsthand the personal costs of our societal shortcomings. Grappling with her weekly loop of unemployment, clubbing and hangovers, Effi has a chance encounter in a Llandudno nightclub with injured soldier Lee, briefly opening a door to something better. For a moment, Effi glimpses a life she never imagined. The reality that follows is far tougher.

“A tremendous performance from Gwenllian” 

“Blistering”

“An absorbing, propulsive story that keeps you on the edge of your seat”

★★★★ Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian

Director: Marc Evans

Cast: Leisa Gwenllian. Tom Rhys Harries, Owen Alun, Nel Rhys Lewis, Mared Llywelyn, Sion Eifion, Carys Gwilym and Leah Gaffey.

Age restrictions: 15+

Running Time: 90 minutes

This is a Welsh language film with English subtitles.