The Krays by Fred Dinenage
The Krays by Fred Dinenage

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The Krays by Fred Dinenage

2010
Movie
47 min
English

TV presenter Fred Dinenage is the official biographer to the most infamous gangsters in British history, the Kray Twins. In this documentary Fred, for the first time, reveals the truth about his time with the Twins and their brutal lives.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Fred DinenageGenres: Crime, Drama, Biography

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the rise and fall of Britain's most notorious identical twins, Ronnie and Reggie Kray. It delves into their violent reign over London's underworld in the 1960s, their involvement in organized crime, and the events that ultimately led to their downfall.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some acknowledging its attempt to portray the grim reality of the Kray twins' lives, while others criticized its low budget, uneven performances, and predictable narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its gritty but often uninspired portrayal of the Kray twins' lives.

  • Noted for its low-budget feel and predictable storyline.

  • Some found the performances to be a weak point in the film's narrative.

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Fun Fact

Despite the subject matter, director Fred Dinenage is primarily known for his work as a television presenter, particularly on the long-running ITV series 'Point of View'.

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