Young Adam

Set in the 1950s, this film follows Joe, a drifter played by Ewan McGregor, who works on a barge traveling between Glasgow and Edinburgh. The story unfolds as Joe becomes entangled in a complex web of relationships and secrets after discovering a woman’s body in the river. Tilda Swinton and Peter Mullan deliver compelling performances, adding depth to this atmospheric drama. Directed by David Mackenzie, the film explores themes of guilt, desire, and existential ennui. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.