Cinematic Rating

6.2 / 10

Budget

$1,000,000

Revenue

$3,142,860

Studio

BBC Film, BFI, Element Pictures, Fremantle

Directed By

Harry Lighton

Director

Starring

Harry Melling

Colin

Alexander Skarsgård

Ray

Lesley Sharp

Peggy

Douglas Hodge

Pete

Jake Shears

Kevin

Pillion Review

Item: Pillion
Rating: 6.2
Author: MovieWise

Unfiltered Review Released: 2025 • Rating: 6.2/10 • 1h 47m • English • Romance • Drama • Comedy

MovieWise Analysis

Pillion Movie Review

Pillion tells the captivating story of a timid gay man who finds himself in a whirlwind BDSM-focused relationship with an enigmatic biker. Colin's journey of self-discovery and exploration is beautifully portrayed on screen, drawing viewers in with its raw emotion and provocative themes.

The chemistry between the two leads is palpable, with stellar performances from the cast bringing depth and authenticity to their characters. The film delicately navigates the complexities of power dynamics and intimacy, offering a thought-provoking exploration of love, desire, and identity.

Director [Name] masterfully crafts a visually stunning and emotionally impactful film that will leave audiences both breathless and reflective. Pillion is a daring and unforgettable cinematic experience that will resonate long after the credits roll.

RATING: 4.5/5

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What Audiences Are Saying

CinemaSerf

"When barbershop quartet crooner “Colin” (Harry Melling) ends up paying for some crisps in the pub for a biker he doesn’t even know, he immediately becomes smitten. This is despite the fact that the white-leather clad “Ray” (Alexander Skarsgård) barely gave him a second glance, though he did give ..."

Brent Marchant

"There’s a big difference between celebrating an alternative lifestyle and giving license to an abusive relationship, but, sadly, the debut feature from writer-director Harry Lighton doesn’t seem to know the difference. This sexually explicit “romance” (a term I use with measured reservation) foll..."