The 2021 romantic drama Ali and Ava is about the growing romance between Ava, a teaching assistant, and Ali, a landlord.

The pair start as friends who share a love for music, but feelings grow, and they must deal with family issues and prejudices.

The film, written and directed by Clio Barnard, is set in Bradford and has a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and 6.7 on IMDb. It was well-received by critics and audiences.

Ali and Ava got great reviews from critics and audiences when it came out. One viewer said it was 'as good as cinema gets'. The film is available on BBC iPlayer. It has been praised by many.

One reviewer said the film is a great example of British realism, and it's a notable achievement in British cinema.

The reviewer also said that Clio Barnard is one of the best directors working today, and this film is a joy to watch from start to finish. They praised the film's honest storytelling.

Another viewer said the movie was beautiful and made them cry and laugh. They liked that it was a real love story, not like a fancy TV ad.

The viewer also liked that the characters were complex and relatable, with difficult backgrounds and imperfections. They appreciated the film's realistic portrayal of love.

A third viewer said the film is simple, honest, and thought-provoking. It shows lives that may help us understand ourselves better. The film's simplicity is its strength.

The writer and director, Clio Barnard, said she wanted to make a hopeful film.

She wanted to honor the people and city where the film is set, and show the positive relationships she has seen there.

Clio Barnard also said she wanted to create something positive in a time when good news is rare. She believes kindness is a courageous act, and she wanted to celebrate that. She has seen people being kind and supportive to each other.

Ali and Ava is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.