Name: Son of a Gun
Director: Julius Avery
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Ewan McGregor, Brenton Thwaites, Alicia Vikander, Jacek Koman, Matt Nable

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Runtime1h 48m

Released2014

Budget$12M

Box office$660K

DirectorJulius Avery

About This Movie

So, 'Son of a Gun' has this gritty, raw vibe, right? Directed by Julius Avery, it dives into prison life through JR, who’s just a kid trying to survive. The atmosphere is tense, really captures that claustrophobic feel of incarceration. You’ve got Brendan Lynch, played by Ewan McGregor, who just oozes that dangerous charisma. Their relationship is interesting, layered, but definitely not cozy—more like a dance of survival. The pacing has this sort of relentless push, which fits the narrative of desperation and power struggles. While it leans into the crime drama territory, there's a real sense of the cost of protection and loyalty that hits hard. And the practical effects? They bring a visceral quality that adds to the authenticity. It sticks with you in a way that’s unsettling, but that’s what makes it stand out.

Features strong performances, especially from Ewan McGregor. · Captures the brutal atmosphere of prison life effectively. · The pacing keeps you engaged without feeling rushed.