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Brides 2025

Runtime

1 h 33 m

Language

english

English

Drawing on true events, the story follows two alienated British Muslim teens, Doe and Muna, who journey from the UK to Syria seeking belonging, freedom and purpose. Rather than a simplistic radicalisation narrative, the film offers an empathetic, nuanced portrait of girlhood, friendship and alienation in modern British life.

Drawing on true events, the story follows two alienated British Muslim teens, Doe and Muna, who journey from the UK to Syria seeking belonging, freedom and purpose. Rather than a simplistic radicalisation narrative, the film offers an empathetic, nuanced portrait of girlhood, friendship and alienation in modern British life.

Does Brides have end credit scenes?

No!

Brides does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Ratings and Reviews for Brides

See how Brides is rated across major platforms like IMDb, Metacritic, and TMDb. Compare audience scores and critic reviews to understand where Brides stands among top-rated movies in its genre.


Echo Score

The Movie Echo Score

73

Brides presents a mostly engaging debut that balances visual ambition with a timely narrative, though it stumbles in narrative focus. Critics commend the chemistry of the leads and the vivid Istanbul backdrop, while noting uneven script depth and occasional pacing lapses. The film’s originality and humane tone give it a resonant core, yet its ambition sometimes exceeds execution. Consequently, the movie delivers a worthwhile, though imperfect, viewing experience.

The Movie Echo Score Breakdown for Brides

73
Echo Score

Art & Craft

In terms of art and craft, the film showcases a vivid visual palette, particularly through its Istanbul location work and fluid cinematography praised for reflecting youthful exuberance. The editing is noted for stylish inserts and effective flashback structures that support narrative flow. However, some critics feel the overall visual storytelling lacks cohesion, limiting the impact of the director’s instinctive style.

85
Echo Score

Character & Emotion

When evaluating character and emotion, the two protagonists are consistently highlighted for strong chemistry and nuanced performances, with one noted for quiet vulnerability and the other for fiery charisma. Their interactions drive much of the film’s emotional resonance. Nevertheless, remarks about the script’s failure to fully develop their motivations suggest a shallower character depth than the performances alone provide.

68
Echo Score

Story & Flow

The story aspect reveals a blend of originality and uneven execution. While the premise is praised for its bold, road‑trip approach to a contemporary issue, critics observe that narrative tension sometimes flags and the script does not consistently meet the characters where they stand, leading to moments of far‑fetchedness. This creates a mixed impression of coherent engagement.

78
Echo Score

Sensory Experience

Regarding sensory experience, the film’s soundscape and visual style receive commendations for creating an immersive atmosphere. The vivid location shooting, coupled with fluid cinematography and purposeful flashback sequences, contributes to a cohesive aesthetic. Yet, some reviewers note an absence of a distinctive musical identity, which slightly diminishes the overall sensory richness.

60
Echo Score

Rewatch Factor

The rewatch factor appears moderate; the film’s energetic performances and timely subject matter invite repeat viewings for those interested in its thematic depth. However, the noted script shortcomings and occasional narrative drift may reduce its long‑term appeal, suggesting that while repeat engagement is possible, it may not sustain strong enthusiasm over time.

Metacritic

61

Metascore

tbd

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

83%

TOMATOMETER

review

0%

User Score

IMDb

6.7 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

70

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.4

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Official UK Trailer

Two teenage girls run away chasing promises of a better life as ISIS brides in Syria.

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Meet the Artist 2025: Nadia Fall on “Brides”

Nadia Fall introduces the UK premiere of BRIDES

Highlights of BRIDES at EIFF (UK premiere)

Interview with Director Nadia Fall

Brides director Nadia Fall, writer Suhayla El-Bushra and actors Ebada Hassan and Safiyya Ingar | Q&A

Interview with Nadia Fall, Ebada Hassan & Safiyya Ingar

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