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Drama

Aisha

Directed by Frank Berry · 2022 ·

Short answer

Is Aisha worth watching?

Yes. Aisha (2022) earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (75%). See the 4 inputs.

79%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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98% Editorial Rating
75% Audience snapshot · excluded
81 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.5
6.6 IMDb /10
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Runtime
1h 34m
Age rating
12 (UK)
Cast
Letitia Wright , Josh O'Connor , Lorcan Cranitch , Denis Conway
Streaming
Prime Video
Country
Ireland
Language
English

Also known as 아이샤 爱莎

Where to watch

  • Prime Video

Rent: Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

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United Kingdom Sky Cinema
United States Prime Video

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (98/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (75%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (81/100).
  • Celluloid Score 79% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Aisha worth watching?

    Yes — Aisha earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Letitia Wright anchors this quietly devastating study of Ireland's asylum system with a performance built on restraint, and the film's refusal to sensationalize its heroine's ordeal only sharpens its emotional force.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (75%).

    What is Aisha about?

    Aisha charts the experiences of a young Nigerian woman as she seeks international protection in Ireland. Caught in limbo for years in Ireland's immigration system,...

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Aisha

    Aisha (2022) Review: Waiting as a Form of Cruelty

    Aisha is Frank Berry's restrained Irish drama about a Nigerian woman stuck in the asylum system, anchored by a quietly devastating Letitia Wright.

    Yes. It is a humane, understated drama with a superb lead performance, best for viewers who value realism over plot and are ready for a slow, sobering watch.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Aisha: frequently asked questions

    Is Aisha worth watching?

    Yes. Aisha (2022) has a Celluloid Score of 79%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Aisha?

    In the United States, Aisha streams on Prime Video with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Aisha?

    Aisha runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

    What is Aisha rated?

    Aisha is rated 12 in the UK. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Aisha?

    Aisha is directed by Frank Berry and stars Letitia Wright, Josh O'Connor, Lorcan Cranitch, Denis Conway.

    What is the Metascore for Aisha?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Aisha is 81 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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