A single mother called Simon needs love and feelings lacking, charmed by a handsome, troubled stranger called Raymond. On the streets of Camden, London, the romantic romance begins with Simone and Raymond, both of whom seem to have long-repressed feelings, especially Simon, who seems to be receptive to that relationship that will change everything.
Crucially, underneath the music and the soft-focus romance Been So Long makes some poignant observations about community, family and the importance of connection.
Few things make the heart sink in advance than 'low-budget British musical,' but it's a credit to Krishnan, Walker and the rest of the team that, after a slightly rocky start, I felt fully won over by the end of the film.
Cool actors playing cool characters in a Camden that Londoners will actually recognise (grotty, gorgeous, just about keeping gentrification at bay). Who could ask for anything more?
