True Things (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
True Things is a 2022 drama directed by Harry Wootliff, starring Ruth Wilson as Kate, Tom Burke and Hayley Squires. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes and earned $140,688 worldwide. Critics gave it 79% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 42m (102 min)
- Director
- Harry Wootliff
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Samuel Goldwyn Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is True Things About?
The premise of True Things without spoilers.
Feeling trapped by her monotonous life, Kate embarks on a passionate and increasingly obsessive relationship with a mysterious man. Drawn to his charm and the excitement he brings, she finds herself spiraling into a dangerous emotional entanglement. Her pursuit of this connection leads her down a path fraught with uncertainty and unexpected consequences, blurring the lines between desire and delusion.
True Things Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- nude woman
- female masturbation
- female nudity
- female rear nudity
- masturbation
- male female relationship
- sexual attraction
- bleached hair
- gaslighting
- erotic dream
- ex convict
- masturbation with a hand shower
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- masturbating in a bathtub
- panties pulled down
- title directed by female
- bathtub
- concealed nudity
- necklace
- domestic drama
- kiss
- manipulation
- sexual desire
- sex scene
- film starts with sex
- begins with a sex dream
- seaside
- cigarette smoking
- flirting
- oral sex
- sex dream
- sex standing up
- fully clothed sex
- sex in a parking garage
- tights
- undressing
- dream
- beach
- orgasm
- outdoor sex
- car
- driving
- hairy chest
- skinny dipping
- swimming
- emotionally unavailable
- troubled childhood
- intimacy issues
- looking at oneself in a mirror
- kissing in a car
- dancing
True Things Cast & Characters
Ruth Wilson leads the cast as Kate, with Tom Burke as Blond and Hayley Squires as Alison. Directed by Harry Wootliff; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Harry Wootliff
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Ruth Wilson as Kate -
Tom Burke as Blond -
Hayley Squires as Alison - Robert Goodman as Elderly Gentleman
Also Starring in True Things
· 6 more- Elizabeth Rider Mum
- Chris Brazier Tom
- Melissa Neal English Girl
- Nathan Ampofo Gavin
- Tom Weston-Jones Rob
- Ram Gupta
More from Harry Wootliff
More films directed by Harry Wootliff, best-rated first: Only You and I Don’t Care.
True Things Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave True Things 79% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in art & craft (82) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).
True Things Echo Score Breakdown
True Things delivers a raw, adult‑oriented drama that divides opinion. Critics commend its intimate camerawork and Ruth Wilson's nuanced performance, while some note a lack of narrative substance. User reactions echo this split, with several praising the film's honesty and visual style, yet others describe it as boring or unfocused. The overall impression is that the film offers strong artistic moments but uneven storytelling, resulting in a mixed but moderately positive reception.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 82
In terms of direction and visual execution, the film is widely praised. Critics highlight pulse‑sensitive camerawork and the director's raw, passionate approach, and users echo the appreciation for close‑up framing and skilled production. Some reviewers mention a lack of flair, but the consensus emphasizes competent, occasionally striking craftsmanship, leading to a high art score.
- Character & Emotion 68
When evaluating acting and character depth, opinions are mixed but lean positive. Wilson’s performance is repeatedly described as outstanding and immersive, while Burke receives both praise and criticism. Critics note occasional superficiality in character development, and several users comment on strong performances alongside remarks about unlikable or under‑developed roles, resulting in a moderate character rating.
- Story & Flow 60
The film’s narrative cohesion receives divergent feedback. Critics cite an episodic structure that can feel raw yet lacking substantive underpinnings, and users describe the plot as either compellingly realistic or aimlessly vague. While some find the story believable and engaging, many point to a thin or unsatisfying resolution, placing the story score in the middle range.
- Sensory Experience 75
Sensory elements such as cinematography and visual style are generally well‑received. Reviews emphasize intimate camerawork, effective close‑ups, and an overall engaging visual palette. Though sound design is less discussed, the predominant commentary focuses on strong visual storytelling, leading to a solidly positive sensory assessment.
- Rewatch Factor 50
Rewatch value appears split. Some critics and users note the film’s honesty and compelling climax, suggesting potential future viewings, while a significant number describe it as boring, unfinished, or lacking lasting impact. The mixed sentiment and limited enthusiasm for repeat viewings yield a neutral rewatch score.
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IMDb 5.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 79% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 57%
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Metacritic 68 Metascore
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TMDB 53% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
4 ratings
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Movie Insider 5.0 /5
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True Things Box Office
True Things grossed $140,688 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$140.7K
- International
- $140.7K
True Things Trailers & Videos
5 videos: 2 trailers, 1 clip and 2 featurettes.
- Trailer "True Things" - Official Trailer
- Clip True Things new clip official - Venice Film Festival 2021
- Featurette True Things director Harry Wootlif | BFI Q&A
- Featurette True Things | Interview with Ruth Wilson & Dir. Harry Wootliff
True Things Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “True Things About Me” and “Правда обо мне”.
- Also known as
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- True Things About Me
- Правда обо мне
- أشياء حقيقية
- Gerçek Şeyler
- 关于我的真相
- Igaz dolgok
- Coś prawdziwego
- Omamná láska
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True Things FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of True Things, each answered in a sentence.
How long is True Things?
True Things runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
When was True Things released?
True Things was released on September 9, 2022.
Who directed True Things?
True Things was directed by Harry Wootliff.
More films by Harry Wootliff Who is in the cast of True Things?
True Things stars Ruth Wilson as Kate, Tom Burke as Blond and Hayley Squires as Alison, among 10 credited actors.
How much did True Things make at the box office?
True Things grossed $140,688 worldwide.
How is True Things rated?
True Things has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 79% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic and 53% on TMDB.
Does True Things have a post-credit scene?
No. True Things has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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