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Villain

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Released from prison, a man returns to his violent ways when a menacing drug lord threatens his indebted brother.
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Much like its taciturn hero, Villain isn't particularly flashy or creative about getting the job done, but it's still undeniably effective.

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Simon Abrams RogerEbert.com 05/22/2020
2/4
Nobody in this movie has a complex inner emotional life, so it's not surprising that the movie's ending is ridiculous. Go to Full Review
Dennis Harvey Variety 05/22/2020
Brisk yet flavorful, gritty even when stylish, its occasional plot-logic leap smoothed over by a tone that deftly balances a resigned good humor with violent threat... Go to Full Review
Jeannette Catsoulis New York Times 05/21/2020
Any movie containing the line "You need to grab that hacksaw and start on his legs" is already halfway to winning me over, and Philip Barantini's "Villain" does not disappoint. Go to Full Review
Dave Golder Radio Times Aug 30
3/5
The film does feel oddly old-fashioned, though, merrily peddling UK crime drama tropes, and it doesn't have much profound to say beyond violence breeds violence. Go to Full Review
Josh Parham Next Best Picture 06/05/2022
4/10
The script is hampered by conventions of the past without ever finding new methods to innovate, and it leaves the whole thing feeling languid in how it unfolds. Go to Full Review
Ron Wilkinson It's Just Movies 06/23/2020
7/10
A predictable gangster family revenge film makes good. Go to Full Review
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Keith B B @Okbullard Jan 9 This film was definitely a sleeper with great acting and storyline. I'd never heard of Craig Fairbrass but he was exceptional. Izuka Hoyle, though she had a small part, was excellent. It's worth your time. See more Kalin H @Katsko Jan 7 Grossly cliched in any way possible starting from the predictable plot, stereotypical characters and slow grinding action. You keep watching wanting for something to happen that would capture your attention but it doesn’t. The sicario style ending is beyond ridiculous for a crime drama that hasn’t got anything going for it apart from the claimed "realism" … which it also doesn’t possess. Good to watch if you are in a dark place so that you see there is worse. And by that I mean everyone involved with this waste of time not the obviously ridiculous characters. Good for a past time but you’d just might find more sense and surely entertainment in let’s say a Transformer flick. Yes, it is that bad… See more Chris H Feb 28 Worth a watch on a rainy afternoon. Violent, but in a late night TV kind of way. Craig Fairbrass delivers exactly what is required and it's nice to see Robert Glenister on the screen (his brother Philip is all over UK TV at the moment). See more James C 03/18/2024 Was not expecting much, but was pleasantly surprised. What it lacks in gloss it makes up for in grit. A truly realistic exposition of life on the wrong side of the law. The characters are likewise believable and the acting exceptional at times. This comes together to create some truly visceral moments. Izuka Hoyle was brilliant in the final scene, and the directors choice to linger on such emotional moments is very powerful. See more Thomas S 10/22/2023 Well acted and a notch up from the usual London gangster film. Fairbrass carries it well See more Donna C 04/30/2023 After a slow start this turns into a gripping stomach churner! You know it's going to end badly but you don't expect this! Well worth watching. Craig Fairbrass is excellent as the wronged brother who tries to do right by his family. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Released from prison, a man returns to his violent ways when a menacing drug lord threatens his indebted brother.
Director
Philip Barantini
Producer
Bart Ruspoli
Screenwriter
Greg Hall, George Russo
Distributor
Saban Films
Production Co
Ascending Film
Rating
R (Pervasive Language|Drug Use|Some Sexual Material|Strong Violence)
Genre
Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 22, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
May 22, 2020
Runtime
1h 37m
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