Twenty-One (1991 film)


Twenty-One is a British-American drama film directed by Don Boyd and co-scripted by him with Zoë Heller. Patsy Kensit stars as the 21-year-old protagonist. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in February 1991. It was released theatrically later that year in the United States on 4 October, followed by a British release on 1 November.

Premise

Katie confides directly to the camera about her troubled existence. She reflects on characters we meet during the film, such as her drug-addicted boyfriend, and dysfunctional family members.

Cast

The film received a rapturous response upon its premiere at Sundance. Reception in Paris was also enthusiastic but UK press reviews were mixed despite Kensit receiving raves for her performance.

Nominations

Independent Spirit Awards
Sundance Film Festival
Deauville American Film Festival