Australian writer and director David Michôd makes his feature debut with this explosive tale of a boy caught between his criminal family and the police. After his mother dies of an overdose, teenager J connects with his estranged grandmother who's the matriarch in the family involved in organized crime that even the law can't touch. When one of his uncles kills his girl friend, J changes sides thinking he can escape the claws of his family until he realizes he has to live up to the family reputation. Clever writing, tight direction and riveting performances make this thriller an exciting ride. Jacki Weaver and Ben Mendelsohn are terrific while newcomer James Frecheville holds himself well among the pros that includes Guy Pearce and Joel Edgerton. YRCinema's coverage of films at the Marché du Film at the 63rd Festival de Cannes.
Monday, May 17, 2010
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Australian writer and director David Michôd makes his feature debut with this explosive tale of a boy caught between his criminal family and the police. After his mother dies of an overdose, teenager J connects with his estranged grandmother who's the matriarch in the family involved in organized crime that even the law can't touch. When one of his uncles kills his girl friend, J changes sides thinking he can escape the claws of his family until he realizes he has to live up to the family reputation. Clever writing, tight direction and riveting performances make this thriller an exciting ride. Jacki Weaver and Ben Mendelsohn are terrific while newcomer James Frecheville holds himself well among the pros that includes Guy Pearce and Joel Edgerton. YRCinema's coverage of films at the Marché du Film at the 63rd Festival de Cannes.
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