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Shiner (2000) 5.9
The past catches up with a ruthlessly ambitious boxing promoter. Director:John IrvinWriter:Scott Cherry (screenplay) |
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Cast
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| Michael Caine | ... |
Billy 'Shiner' Simpson
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| Martin Landau | ... |
Frank Spedding
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| Frances Barber | ... |
Georgie
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| Frank Harper | ... |
Jeff 'Stoney' Stone
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| Andy Serkis | ... |
Mel
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| Danny Webb | ... |
Karl
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| Claire Rushbrook | ... |
Ruth
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| Matthew Marsden | ... |
Eddie 'Golden Boy' Simpson
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| Kenneth Cranham | ... |
Gibson
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| David Kennedy | ... |
Chris
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| Peter Wight | ... |
Det. Insp. Grant
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| Nicola Walker | ... |
Det. Sgt. Garland
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| Gary Lewis | ... |
Vic
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Derrick Harmon | ... |
Mikey Peck
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Stephanie
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Billy Simpson is a shady boxing promoter in South London banned from legitimate fights. It's the biggest day of his life, though, because he has a champion on his hands, his 20-year-old son, Eddie. Billy's put all his money on a victory, as have his quarreling daughters. But Eddie is nervous, an odd guy in a cap is hanging about, the licensed promoter Billy has hired to arrange the evening's other fights has hired dogs, the manager of Eddie's opponent looks down scornfully on Billy and on South London, and Scotland Yard wants to Billy in gaol for the death of a club brawler. When the night goes disastrously wrong, Billy tries to find out who double-crossed him. Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>
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All That's Left Is... Revenge.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for strong violence, pervasive language and some nudity | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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UKLanguage:
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14 September 2001 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
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Great film! I can't believe how underrated SHINER is. I fell in love with this movie. Michael Caine's performance is Oscar-caliber. Caine plays a sleazy, selfish, money-loving boxing promoter who gets caught in a twisted game of revenge which ultimately leads to a tragic, unforgettable ending. All the actors were superb in their rolls and the fast paced plot keeps you constantly at the edge of your seat. SHINER has great acting, good directing, and wonderful dialogue. The film is full of suspense, action, strong emotion, and even humorous wit at certain parts. I've seen SHINER three times and I haven't tired of it yet. I've shown it to two of my friends, each of whom agrees completely on what a truly amazing movie this is. You don't have to be a Michael Caine fan to enjoy SHINER. *****/*****!
Also features some great cockney accents.