A little solidarity goes a long way in the great film-maker’s final offering
The third part in a loose, geographically defined trilogy, as sensitively penned by Loach collaborator Paul Laverty, The Old Oak is a gentler film than the stark austerity painted by I, Daniel Blake or the chilling dissection of the gig economy in Sorry We Missed You.
The film is, however, astute in its depiction of a disenfranchised community, ravaged by vulture property speculators and post-industrialisation. TJ is appalled when his oldest friend, Charlie, begins to sound like a Ukip voter; Laverty’s script, however, understands how a lack of agency translates into the scapegoating of refugees.
In common with the quietly heroic food bank volunteers of I, Daniel Blake, the town is ultimately held together by donations and decency. A little solidarity goes a long way. Cinematographer Robbie Ryan’s naturally lit and unfussy compositions offset the film’s heartfelt moments to perfection. Small details – Yara and TJ visiting Durham Cathedral on a food handout run, a gathering at a photography exhibition, and every second of screen time featuring TJ and his beloved dog, Marra – make for huge scenes
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