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‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ Opens to Strong Reviews as Rose Byrne’s Oscar-Nominated Turn Fuels Awards Buzz

Critics hail Mary Bronstein’s visceral study of caregiving as a claustrophobic blend of black comedy, psychological drama, horror.

Overview

  • The film opened in cinemas on 20 February, marking Bronstein’s first feature since 2008’s Yeast.
  • Reviews from The Independent, Little White Lies and The Observer single out Rose Byrne’s raw, career-best performance and the film’s nerve-jangling style.
  • Coverage notes Byrne’s Academy Award nomination, British Vogue reports a Golden Globe win for this role, and UK outlets flag BAFTA recognition.
  • The drama centers on Linda, a mother caring for a chronically ill daughter who uses a feeding tube as mounting pressures push them into a motel.
  • Supporting roles include Conan O’Brien as a therapist, A$AP Rocky as a motel receptionist and Christian Slater as the largely absent husband.