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Gangs of Tooting Broadway

  • 2013
  • 1h 26m
IMDb RATING
3.7/10
174
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Gangs of Tooting Broadway (2013)
ActionCrimeDramaThriller

24 hours before the Tamil protests outside the Houses of Parliament, Arun (Nav Sidhu) returns home from a long absence, to stop his younger brother Ruthi (Kabelan Verlkumar) from committing ... Read all24 hours before the Tamil protests outside the Houses of Parliament, Arun (Nav Sidhu) returns home from a long absence, to stop his younger brother Ruthi (Kabelan Verlkumar) from committing a crime that could ruin his life. Arun is granted a day by his mysterious employer, Marcus... Read all24 hours before the Tamil protests outside the Houses of Parliament, Arun (Nav Sidhu) returns home from a long absence, to stop his younger brother Ruthi (Kabelan Verlkumar) from committing a crime that could ruin his life. Arun is granted a day by his mysterious employer, Marcus (Oliver Cotton) to talk Ruthi round. But Arun's friendship with gang leader Karuna (San S... Read all

  • Director
    • Devanand Shanmugam
  • Writer
    • Tikiri Hulugalle
  • Stars
    • Terence Anderson
    • Marcus Boyea
    • Oliver Cotton
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  • IMDb RATING
    3.7/10
    174
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Devanand Shanmugam
    • Writer
      • Tikiri Hulugalle
    • Stars
      • Terence Anderson
      • Marcus Boyea
      • Oliver Cotton
    • 6User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Terence Anderson
    • Det. Cass Rider
    Marcus Boyea
    • Psycho
    Oliver Cotton
    Oliver Cotton
    • Marcus
    Samuel Folayan
    • Hova
    • (as Samuel Folay)
    Elizabeth Henstridge
    Elizabeth Henstridge
    • Kate
    Nia Kova
    • Police Woman
    Haseeb Malik
    • Raj
    Ilona Molnar
    • Oriental girl
    Katherine Moran
    Katherine Moran
    • Tess
    • (as Kayti Moran)
    Krishan Naidoo
    Krishan Naidoo
    • Vijay
    Anusha Nava
    • Kayal
    Eve Pearson II
    • Lily Mason
    Gary Pillai
    Gary Pillai
    • Jana
    Tom Ripley
    • Stevie Bamber
    San Shella
    San Shella
    • Karuna
    Nav Sidhu
    • Arun
    Kab Silva
    • Ruthi
    • (as Kabelinho Osvaldo)
    Neeraj Singh
    • Pari
    • Director
      • Devanand Shanmugam
    • Writer
      • Tikiri Hulugalle
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    1BoltonCampbellGreen

    How not to make a film

    From the very opening, the acting is just dire. The story line weak, the camera work and editing - in places - would embarrass a secondary school media class.

    I tried to find something positive to say, but it's now half way through and there has not been single compelling moment. I only let it run because it was so bad, I just wanted to see how much worse it could get.

    The only reason this film has any positive reviews probably comes down to astro-turfing by those that have made it. I can't believe there is a human on this planet who would find this even worth watching on their phones during a long journey.

    Seriously - don't waste the 1 hour 30 of your life, you won't get it back.
    5kenyajon

    A badly acted but interesting look at the British/Sri Lankan gang culture.

    First it must be said that the acting is not the best in the world and the plot is a little ropey at times. However, i somehow found myself drawn to this story and I did empathise with the characters involved even though I could never understand their situation.

    To call this a London Gangster Movie would be unfair. It is not trying to be that at all, as It is not trying to portray the lives of gangs in a glorified way, like so many gangster films do. The film focuses on the lives of a number of Sri Lankan young people who are part of a gang. They are trying to come to terms with their culture and the British culture. The film makes quite a reasonable attempt at exploring the issues that this population in the UK face. Yes badly acted on many occasions but I found the film an interesting look into a side of Britain that I knew nothing about.
    8zakklein-601-15082

    Compelling look at a niche gang culture in London

    This is an unusual topic for a gang thriller but all the more compelling for it. Tooting Broadway is a complex, dramatic and bloody look at Tamal gang culture in south London, with broader political relevance both in the UK and in Sri Lanka.

    Because the action is in London whereas the political unrest comes from a country we never see (Sri Lanka), it can sometimes feel slightly removed from the issue. But with patience the story is rewarding and has many surprising twists and turns.

    There are other 'rude boy' films out there about violence and gang culture in London. So if that's all you're after then go see Kidulthood or Ill Manors. This is something different.
    3pthomasweb

    No blood blud

    London rude boy/gangster flick which revolves around a mess of a story line. The last 15 min wrap up spirals out of control in this regard. Its obviously meant to climax with a clever twist, but in fact it simply dissolves into an unbelievable pile of tripe.

    The numerous rewinds are in place to try and keep you on point, but they are as worthless as the arc itself. In fact at one point I think the makers even confused themselves here with a few of the scenes.

    Linking past to present has surely never been done with such disdain and discombobulation

    With a lot more violence and a lot less weak ass character building of our main antagonist. The movie could of been far less painful.

    The target audience will surely be baying for some more blood and bluds by the time the end credits roll in.
    10bRwNSuGaR

    Step outside your comfort zone.

    The film itself focuses on an issue never before explored so closely. The topic of Tamil gangs in the UK has often been blanket-approached by the media, leaving most of the population clueless about its substance.

    The director has used raw cinematic talent to pull the audience into this world with an attractive plot and storyline. There are twists, a need to focus midst a warmly familiar setting.

    The casting, and screenplay has been cleverly structured to make the audience believe in the story. Not in the mood for a brainless Hollywood 'fun-fest'? Watch The Gangs of Tooting Broadway for a refreshing experience in the dark streets of London.

    Expect a little, and appreciate a fresh topic.

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    • Release date
      • February 4, 2013 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • London, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Indian Summer films
      • Tooting Broadway Films
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      • £500,000 (estimated)
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      1 hour 26 minutes
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