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Apple TV+ has dropped a new film that fans have said has “Black Mirror vibes” and could be the most "underrated film of the year". Sci-fi drama Fingernails premiered on Apple’s streaming platform on Friday (November 3), following a limited theatrical release.
From acclaimed writer-director Christos Nikou, the film follows Anna (Jessie Buckley) and Ryan (Jeremy Allen White), a couple who have found true love. It’s been proven by a controversial new technology that proves whether two partners really are in love.
There’s just one problem, Anna still isn’t sure. Then she takes a position at a love testing institute, and meets Amir (Riz Ahmed). The film blends dystopian sci-fi and romance and is driven by the performances of its award-winning cast.
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It stars Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter actress Jessie Buckley, Oscar-winning Sound of Metal actor Riz Ahmed and Golden Globe-winning star of The Bear, Jeremy Allen White. It also stars The Goldfinch’s Luke Wilson and Schitt’s Creek’s Annie Murphy.
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Viewers can stream the film with a subscription to Apple TV+, which usually costs £8.99 a month and includes access to hit shows like the upcoming Godzilla spin-off Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and season three of Slow Horses. Apple TV+ also offers a seven-day free trial, meaning subscribers can watch Fingernails without paying a penny.
But throughout November, there are several ways to bag an even longer trial period with some awesome Black Friday deals. Currys are currently giving customers five months of Apple TV+ for free with any purchase – whether that’s a discounted TV, a new iPhone or a simple USB cable.
Jeremy Allen White and Jessie Buckley in Fingernails (Apple TV+)Sky is also giving away Apple TV+ with its packages, which currently include an amazing entertainment bundle with Sky Stream, Sky TV, Netflix and six months of free Apple TV+ for its “lowest price” of £19 a month. This Black Friday deal means bargain hunters can pocket a £126 saving over the 18-month term and have access to premium Sky channels like Sky Atlantic, Sky Max and Sky Documentaries, plus all the most-talked-about new shows on Netflix and Apple TV+.
Fingernails screened at the Toronto and Zurich Film Festivals in September and earned positive reviews from critics. General audiences have since taken to the film following its launch on Apple TV+, with many singing its praises on social media.
Some have argued the film’s dystopian premise has “Black Mirror vibes,” while others have argued it could be “the most underrated film of the year.” On social film platform Letterboxd, thegoosiestlucy said: “I had chills as the credits started rolling. This film is phenomenal, beautiful and incredible.”
mattyDraps said: “This cuts deep. Deserves to be in the same conversation as Her and Eternal Sunshine [of the Spotless Mind] as movies about love, technology and loneliness.”
Chris Swney said: “Just the perfect blend of heartbreak and silly and sad and gross. Love love loved this film.”
Ignacio Valdivia said: “Got absolutely hypnotized by this movie. Performances were great.”
felsxo said: “I love the dystopian feel. Black mirror vibes.”
EzraCubero said: “Early contender for the most underrated movie of the year. Loved it even more on a second watch.”
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stephenkb called Fingernails “a delightful sci-fi romance,” while Alyssa simply said: “This is beautiful.”
Join Apple TV+ to stream Fingernails. A host of other sci-fi films are available on Netflix and Amazon’s Prime Video.