Heel
Directed by Jan KomasaEn 19-årig brottsling, Tommy, kidnappas och tvingas genomgå en rehabiliteringsprocess av ett dysfunktionellt par, Chris och Kathryn, som försöker göra honom till en “snäll pojke”. Tommy måste hitta ett sätt att fly.
Heel Ratings & Reviews
- Dr. Zaius9 mars 2026Why is nobody talking about HEEL? Not at all what I expected — but so, so good. Starring Anson Boon (PISTOL, MOBLAND), Stephen Graham (ADOLESCENCE), Andrea Riseborough (TO LESLIE), and Kit Rakusen, Heel is an electric story about an out-of-control young man and the family that rehabilitates him through deeply unconventional means. Every actor does outstanding work, but it's Boon who truly shines. His performance is raw and fearless — you can feel every inch of his character's transformation, from a damaged wreck of a human being to someone genuinely capable of love and hope. It's the kind of turn that deserves serious attention. I half-expected darkness and dread. Instead, I found something profoundly touching. Written by Bartek Bartosik and directed by Jan Komasa, HEEL is the kind of film that quietly gets under your skin and refuses to leave. Seek this one out.
- QNXUA−2 dVery good
- Hakihiko−3 dDisturbing, Reflective and Surprisingly Warmth "Heel" (Good Boy) is the kind of thriller that immediately pulls you into something uncomfortable and strange, but in a way that feels genuinely compelling. Jan Komasa gives the film a twisted and unsettling tone that keeps you hooked, balancing psychological tension with a dark sense of irony that makes it stand out. It is disturbing, but never in a cheap or empty way. The performances are one of the film's biggest strengths. The cast brings real intensity to the material, and that is what makes the film work so well. There is a constant sense of unease in the character dynamics, and the emotional tension feels believable even when the situation becomes increasingly absurd. The performances help make the film feel grounded when it could easily have gone too far. Visually, the film has a cold and controlled style that fits the story perfectly. The atmosphere is one of its strongest qualities, with a sense of claustrophobia and discomfort that builds naturally. The soundtrack adds a lot to that feeling, enhancing the tension without ever feeling overdone. Komasa's direction keeps everything sharp and measured, which makes the film even more effective. The writing is what gives the film its edge. It takes a bizarre premise and builds something tense and unexpectedly layered out of it. The pacing is mostly strong, always keeping that uneasy feeling alive, while still leaving room for quieter moments that add weight to the experience. It is one of those films that keeps making you wonder where it is heading next. At times, it does feel like it holds back slightly from becoming truly exceptional. There are moments where it feels like it could have pushed its themes or emotional impact even further, especially given how strong the setup is. That said, it never loses its grip enough to become frustrating. What stayed with me most is how confidently it commits to its tone. It is dark, strange, and often uncomfortable, but also genuinely gripping. It is not an easy watch in the traditional sense, yet it is one of those films that stays in your mind because of how well it blends tension, discomfort, and character.
- parcolan−4 dWas expecting less, but was surprised. Very good movie!
- aessam67 april 2026Never seen anything like this
- Josh C7 mars 2026This was a good movie! Much more of a psychological thriller than horror. Well acted, good writing. Some parts seemed a little slow, but they laid the story out well. Definitely a movie that makes you think during as well as after. Recommended.
- Mike Shulman16 mars 2026Heel is one of those movies that as it ends you reflect back and think... really? Would that really be how I would react? Is it really plausible? And then you want to jump and say hell no who would even think that. And then you put yourself in Tommy's life and realize everyone sees different situations differently... especially if you've lived them... and you think... I really can't answer the question. That pretty much sums up Heel. It's a lot of philosophical questions about right and wrong and how to rehabiliate someone. Prison doesn't work a lot of the time... maybe Chris was on the something. All the charachters of course have their own quirks and issues and it definitely does keep you on your toes the entire time. You never really know... Are these people trying to help Tommy... or are they brutal serial killers and it's only a matter of time. Any movie that can make you think this much after the fact warrants a watch. It's defeinitely not an easy watch but I've seen way worse kidnapping movies. Heel 7/10
- jaram4514 mars 2026If you find the time sit back relax just chill and enjoy , Great acting really enjoyed it
- Eric Widder5 april 2026Had a lot of potential but nothing happened. Like, literally nothing happened. Bad movie.
- thehave117 mars 2026An interesting film where two very different worlds collide, Anson Boom is brilliant in his acting, but the writing at the end was a bit lazy.
- Goosebumper3 april 2026A great thriller with great acting.
- marceljungle16 mars 2026Way better than expected
- House of 1000 Bops11 mars 2026If you like Yorgos Lanthimos you'll love this. If you loved Jan Komasa's last film "The Hater", and don't like Yorgos Lanthimos, you won't.
- Oʂɯαʅԃσ Rσყҽƚƚ29 mars 2026I really was immersed in this movie and was hooked from the very start. It was well paced and acted brilliantly by all concerned. Graham is always satisfying to watch and one of the UK's greatest actors. I loved the slow story telling and found it gripping and full of surprises. I did not want it to end.
- cultfilmliker10 mars 2026England is just Bonnaroo all the time, huh?? Gen Alpha A Clockwork Orange x V for Venderta x any number of “grief replacement” films/ideas Wayyy better than the other film titled Good Boy! It actually showed up as that 2025 film on the Plex library I played it from lol or I assume as it was marked as watched! And quite a bit better than Good Boy (2022). There are a lot of films titled Good Boy!! Current 2026 Rank: #6/21
Heel Trivia
Heel was released on 5 mars 2026.
Heel was directed by Jan Komasa.
Heel has a runtime of 1h 50m.
Heel was produced by Ewa Piaskowska, Jerzy Skolimowski, Jeremy Thomas.
En 19-årig brottsling, Tommy, kidnappas och tvingas genomgå en rehabiliteringsprocess av ett dysfunktionellt par, Chris och Kathryn, som försöker göra honom till en “snäll pojke”. Tommy måste hitta ett sätt att fly.
The key characters in Heel are Chris (Stephen Graham), Kathryn (Andrea Riseborough), Tommy (Anson Boon).
Heel is rated Not Rated.
Heel is a Kriminal, Drama, Skräck film.
Heel has an audience rating of 7.6 out of 10.