Trainspotting for the girls?

Wedding Belles has been dubbed the "all-female Trainspotting", but it is also Welsh's departure from male protagonists while still retaining all the attitude and wit which characterises his writing.

As a film the viewer is drawn in by the opening sequence. It may be only a few scarce minutes long, but it leaves you hanging and wanting to know the reason behind the actions.

The four actresses in the main roles did a fantastic job, IMHO Shirley Henderson was probably the best. Michelle Gomez was also surprisingly good in her role too, a change from her normal comedic roles does her good.

The story is great and the usual comedy-drama writing of Irvine Welsh shines through here. A definite must-see for Trainspotting fans.

8/10