Kill the Irishman

Name: Kill the Irishman
Director: Jonathan Hensleigh
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama
Released: 2011-01-01
Duration: 106 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Ray Stevenson, Vincent D'Onofrio, Val Kilmer, Christopher Walken, Linda Cardellini

2011Dir. Jonathan Hensleigh1h 46m

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Runtime1h 46m

Released2011

Box office$1.2M

DirectorJonathan Hensleigh

About This Movie

Kill the Irishman dives into a gritty slice of Cleveland's mob history, where the atmosphere is thick with tension and the stakes are deadly. Jonathan Hensleigh's direction really captures the chaos of the 1970s turf wars, with explosions and violence that feel raw and real. Ray Stevenson embodies Danny Greene with a ferocity that's hard to shake off, showing a mix of bravado and vulnerability. The pacing can be a little uneven, with moments that drag just enough to build anticipation for the next bombshell. Themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the personal cost of crime weave through it, making it more than just your typical gangster flick. It's not just about the mob life; it's about survival in a brutal world.

Explosive practical effects enhance the tension.Ray Stevenson's performance stands out.Themes of loyalty and betrayal resonate throughout.