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Harry Brown

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A retired soldier and widower (Michael Caine) doles out his own brand of justice after young hoodlums murder his best friend.

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Critics Consensus

Its lurid violence may put off some viewers, but Harry Brown is a vigilante thriller that carries an emotional as well as a physical punch, thanks to a gripping performance from Michael Caine in the title role.

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Trevor Johnston Sight & Sound 07/10/2018
Harry Brown might just about have got by as a tongue-in-cheek popcorn romp, but by setting itself up as a virtual state-of-the-nation address it only draws attention to its own petty, embittered vacuity. Go to Full Review Perri Nemiroff CinemaBlend 08/13/2010
4/5
A lot to digest stylistically and narratively, but Harry Brown is developed in an ever-increasing, shock-inducing manner and is undeniably successful. Go to Full Review Moira MacDonald Seattle Times 07/01/2010
3/4
Caine, that master of gentle sadness, lets us know Harry immediately as a good man trying to get by -- and trying to understand what seems like madness. Go to Full Review Alistair Lawrence Common Sense Media Aug 15
Billed by some as a spiritual sequel to the classic 1970s crime drama Get Carter, this British vigilante thriller also casts Caine as a ruthless hard man, albeit one in advancing years. Go to Full Review Michael Leader Den of Geek 05/07/2024
4/5
Harry Brown is, for the most part, one of the most original, stylistically-assured films to come out this year, and is a deeply impressive, distinctive showcase for its newcomer director, and canonised star. Go to Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review 08/09/2023
3/4
Barber’s debut proves to be more than an exploitative picture about revenge; instead, it’s a startling look at social problems that have no satisfying solution. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Dean S. @DeanDFW Mar 7 It’s a good yarn to watch on a Saturday afternoon. See more Noel L @RT15930389 Oct 26 This is a combination of the Death Wish movies in the UK See more Madam D @Madam1948 Sep 4 Michael Caine did some good acting, but the issue of gang crime is not really addressed. Is an eye for an eye the only answer? See more Ian R @RT23899272 Aug 22 This is an emotionally manipulative film that both exaggerates and over simplifies a complex social problem in the United Kingdom. Fans of Michael Caine might be able to overlook the ridiculousness of such an elderly man being a vigilante. Without him the movie would have gone unnoticed amongst the many other films with a similar premise. Glad I didn't pay to see it. See more thiago s @Thiagostone Jul 12 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more C B @RT03025588 Jun 16 The plot follows a predictable vigilante formula without any big surprises. But it receives 3 and 1/2 stars because of the excellent acting, and the unusual photography; a greenish/yelllow/black palette (almost like "Batman") which somehow adds to the grittiness of the story. See more Read all reviews
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Daniel Barber

Director

Michael Caine

Harry Brown

Emily Mortimer

Frampton

Liam Cunningham

Sid

Iain Glen

Childs

Jack O'Connell

Marky

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Harry Brown

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Movie Info

Synopsis A retired soldier and widower (Michael Caine) doles out his own brand of justice after young hoodlums murder his best friend.
Director
Daniel Barber
Producer
Keith Bell, Matthew Brown
Screenwriter
Gary Young
Distributor
Samuel Goldwyn Company
Production Co
Marv Films
Rating
R (Language Throughout|Drug Use|Sexual Content|Strong Violence)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 30, 2010, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 15, 2010
Box Office (Gross USA)
$1.8M
Runtime
1h 37m
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