The Last of England (1987)

Derek Jarman's highly personal and experimental film, 'The Last of England,' offers a raw, queer-inflected critique of societal decline. While depicting a bleak world, its defiant artistic vision and empathetic gaze toward marginalized experiences affirm the worth of non-normative identities and perspectives, making its net impact positive.

The film uses Christian iconography and themes to underscore the decay and spiritual emptiness of England. Traditional religious symbols are often juxtaposed with violence, despair, and societal collapse, portraying the institution as either complicit in or powerless against the prevailing nihilism, offering no solace or moral guidance.