Pixie
"Shall we go see the big scary drug dealer now?"
Pixie is a sharp witted young woman who turns grief into action after her mother's death. She masterminds a bold heist aimed at a dangerous player in the criminal underworld, but her plan sets off a chain reaction that carries her far from home. Across rural Ireland she fights to outrun... Read more
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About Pixie
Pixie is a sharp witted young woman who turns grief into action after her mother's death. She masterminds a bold heist aimed at a dangerous player in the criminal underworld, but her plan sets off a chain reaction that carries her far from home. Across rural Ireland she fights to outrun gangsters, dodge police, and outsmart anyone who tries to trap her by playing on her wits rather than muscle. The scheme also tests her resolve as she confronts the limits of loyalty, the costs of rebellion, and the chance to define her own fate outside the shadows of male authority. The tone blends humor with tension as she pushes toward a risky horizon and new choices await her tonight.
Directed by Barnaby Thompson from a screenplay by Preston Thompson, Pixie blends brisk crime energy with dry humor in an Irish setting. Olivia Cooke leads as Pixie, with Ben Hardy, Colm Meaney, Alec Baldwin, and Daryl McCormack in supporting turns.
The film grossed about 479,317 dollars worldwide, reflecting a limited release and niche appeal. Its box office performance matched a festival style release and limited distribution strategy, positioning Pixie as a boutique genre title rather than a wide scale hit.
Pixie did not receive major nominations. Critics noted Cooke's performance and the film's brisk pacing, but it did not land in award conversations. The cast and director earned favorable notices in reviews, highlighting a bold tonal mix. The absence of nominations reflects its limited release and niche appeal across audiences.
Critics praised the film for its nimble blend of comedy, crime and thriller energy while centering a young woman who fights against patriarchal pressure. The brisk pace, witty dialogue, and vivid Irish setting give Pixie a pointed, empowering feel throughout. The supporting cast keeps the tone balanced in tense moments.
Details
- Release Date
- October 16, 2020
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Rating
- R
- User Ratings
- 144 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Thriller
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Studio
- Fragile Films
- Box Office
- $479,317
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Olivia Cooke
Pixie
Ben Hardy
Frank McCullen
Daryl McCormack
Harland McKenna
Colm Meaney
Dermot O'Brien
Alec Baldwin
Father Hector McGrath
Rory Fleck-Byrne
Colin
Fra Fee
Fergus
Turlough Convery
Mickey O'Brien
Chris Walley
Daniel Donnelly
Pat Shortt
Father Daly
Director: Barnaby Thompson
Written by: Preston Thompson