A folk legend gets a reunion he didn't sign up for in this melancholy charmer
Briefly

The Ballad of Wallis Island features Herb McGwyer, a washed-up singer arriving for a small concert, hosted by his overzealous fan, Charles. Despite the preparations filled with humor, tension arises when the reality of the concert unfolds—the audience is only Charles, and his surprise guests from Herb's past add complexity. This quirky tale blends comedy and melancholy, highlighting themes of nostalgia, the music industry, and personal reconnections against a picturesque Welsh backdrop, revealing much about the characters' pasts.
"Dame Judi Drenched," says Charles (Tim Key), the island's one-man welcoming committee. An affable chatterbox who is relentlessly cheerful, Charles seems to have a dumb joke for every occasion."},{
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