Hoard

Set in London during the 1980s and 1990s, Hoard follows the life of Maria. As a young child, she shared a unique and affectionate bond with her mother, who collected vast amounts of objects. After moving into a foster home as a teenager, Maria encounters Michael, a former resident. His presence encourages her to confront repressed childhood memories and emotions linked to her mother's hoarding and the grief she has spent years masking.

The film was written and directed by Luna Carmoon. It stars Saura Lightfoot-Leon as Maria, Joseph Quinn as Michael, and Hayley Squires as Cynthia, with Lily-Beau Leach appearing as the younger version of the protagonist. The production was a collaboration between several companies, including BBC Film and BFI.

With a runtime of 126 minutes, the movie blends elements of drama, fantasy, and romance. Audience reception has been generally positive, as reflected in the ratings. On IMDb, the film holds a score of 6.4 based on 1,800 votes, while on TMDB, it has a slightly higher rating of 6.8 from 35 votes.