Well folks, as predicted I made it to the cinema last night and saw Daniel Barber's debut feature length film Harry Brown. This is the much talked about movie starring Michael Caine, that quite frankly portrays a very real image of modern British society. The film from the very beginning highlights the plight of inner city communities, and whilst not the fastest film in the world, the pace is sufficient to keep people glued.
The basic plot, if you don't know it already, sees Caine, an ex Royal Marine commando, turning in to an old aged vigilante following the death of his wife and the murder of his closest friend Len. Without spoiling it for you, I will say that the violence portrayed is not gratuitous but balanced with moments of grief and despair. I thoroughly enjoyed the film, although I must confess felt sad when I left the cinema at just how real it felt.
There is a danger that some younger people watching the film will view it as wicked, where in fact it is anything but cool. There is, as with every Caine film, a one liner to bring about a smile, and Caine does what Caine does best. I'd rate this film a 4* plus.
