Set on the outskirts of a northern English town, The Selfish Giant follows two rebellious young lads - Arbor and Swifty - and their involvement with a local scrap dealer. At first their earnings seem to roll in but as jealousy and resentment begin to drive the boys apart Arbor will resort to a desperate act of greed, the tragic consequences of which will tear apart the lives of everyone involved...

This bold and gripping film by Clio Barnard, the visionary director of The Arbor, boasts breathtaking cinematography, compelling performances from its two non-professional leads and immense critical acclaim, hailing it as one of the year's most important British releases.