Some viewers went as far as to say that “every frame in this film is a masterpiece”.

Tom Burke, Kíla Lord Cassidy, and Florence Pugh in The Wonder
A British period drama starring Florence Pugh is getting a lot of attention right now (Image: Netflix)

A British period drama is getting a lot of attention right now, with viewers saying it’s one of the best films available to watch on Netflix. Fans have been sharing their thoughts online, with many praising its story, acting and the way it keeps you thinking from start to finish. It’s the kind of film that might not be packed with action, but still manages to pull you in and keep you hooked.

Set in a rural Irish village in the 19th century, it tells a gripping story and focuses on a mystery that quickly draws you in. The film has picked up strong ratings, scoring 84% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 72% from audiences. And those who have watched it say it’s well worth your time.

Florence Pugh in The Wonder
The film stars Florence Pugh as an English nurse sent to a rural Irish village (Image: Netflix)

The film in question is The Wonder, and it has some truly raving reviews.

One person wrote on IMDb: “This movie is something else. This film brilliantly depicts a story that is done well with us feeling helpless but cheering on for the happy ending. Florence Pugh does it again with her brilliant talent and great connecting performance.”

Another added: “Beautifully written. Beautifully photographed. Amazingly acted. This movie is not SLOW. It’s intelligent. There is a difference.

“Give yourself over to this movie – there are no special effects, no monsters, no big names. But there is a wonderful story here and it requires that you actually think about it. Breathe it in.”

Florence Pugh in The Wonder

The story is set shortly after the Great Famine (Image: Netflix)

A third wrote: “This masterpiece is one of the best films on Netflix right now. It is one of the finest cinematic surprises of the century. It’s a must-see with a brilliant ending.”

Someone else commented: “Every frame in this film is a masterpiece. Subtle use of light and color takes us to the 17th century rural Irish village that portrays the lifestyle of the less privileged dwellers.

“Their home, their kitchen, their food, their mannerisms and their attire. Watch this movie to get a glimpse of the past.”

Released in 2022, the film is directed by Sebastián Lelio and is based on the novel by Emma Donoghue.

It stars Florence Pugh as an English nurse sent to a rural Irish village to observe a young girl who is said to have survived without eating.

The cast also includes Tom Burke, Niamh Algar, Elaine Cassidy, Ciarán Hinds and Toby Jones.

The story is set shortly after the Great Famine and explores the beliefs and tensions within the local community.

The film first premiered at the Telluride Film Festival before receiving a limited cinema release in November 2022.

It was then made available to stream on Netflix later that month and is still available to watch on the platform today.