Villain (2020)

Eddie Franks is a former criminal who attempts to help his family by reconnecting with his daughter and clearing his brother's debt. Despite his efforts, he is drawn back into a criminal way of life, with devastating consequences.

Director:

Philip Barantini

Writers:

Greg Hall (Writer), George Russo (Writer)

Stars:

Craig Fairbrass, George Russo, Izuka Hoyle

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Craig Fairbrass	...	Eddie Franks
George Russo	...	Sean Franks
Izuka Hoyle	...	Chloe Franks
Mark Monero	...	Michael Till
Tomi May	...	Johnny Garrett
Eloise Lovell Anderson	...	Rikki
Taz Skylar	...	Jason
Nicholas Aaron	...	Steve
Robert Glenister	...	Roy Garrett
Michael John Treanor	...	Freddie Bagshot
Marcus Onilude	...	Mark Watts
Jennifer Matter	...	Carla Till
Cassie Bancroft	...	Marie Garrett
Hester Ruoff	...	DCI Higgins
Stephanie Fayerman	...	Jean

Storyline

The story follows (Eddie Franks) a former criminals release from prison and his attempts to help his family by reconnecting with his daughter and clearing his brother's debt. Despite his efforts, he is drawn back into a criminal way of life, with devastating consequences.

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Plot Keywords:

london england | organized crime | one word title | gangster | cockney | 

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Taglines:

Crime runs in the blood

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong violence, pervasive language, drug use and some sexual material

Did You Know?

Trivia

Eddie's red Mercedes blew its engine halfway though the shoot, and for the remaining scenes it was needed in it had to be pushed by the crew.

User Reviews

Not bad, but it's very predictable.

I like gangster films. I thought this was an ok gangster film. If you have seen Carlitos Way then you have pretty much seen this film, albeit in a more glossy American setting.

Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

28 February 2020 (UK)

Also Known As:

Villain

Filming Locations:

London, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Ascendant Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

97 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1