Bedford Wives
Bedford Wives

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Bedford Wives

2017
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Bedford Wives is a South African comedy–drama television series which follows the lives of four Bedfordview women and a community of criminals who, on the surface, exude pristine and perfect lives - but behind closed doors are revealed to have skeletons and secrets.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users76%
Director: Paul Andrew WilliamsGenres: Drama, Crime, History

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the rise and fall of the notorious Kray twins, Reggie and Ronnie, two of London's most feared gangsters. It delves into their violent reign over the city's underworld during the 1960s, their complex relationship with each other, and the women who were drawn into their dangerous lives. The narrative also explores their eventual downfall, leading to their imprisonment and the erosion of their power.

Critical Reception

Legend is a gritty and violent crime drama that offers a compelling look at the Kray twins. While praised for its strong performances and atmospheric portrayal of 1960s London, some critics found the narrative to be overly familiar within the gangster genre. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating the intense portrayal of the infamous brothers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and authentic 1960s London atmosphere.

  • Tom Hardy's dual performance as the Kray twins is a standout element.

  • Some critics felt the film tread familiar ground in the gangster genre.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's intense portrayal of the Kray twins and the vivid depiction of the era. The performances, particularly Tom Hardy's, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

Fun Fact

Tom Hardy played both Ronnie and Reggie Kray, a challenging dual role that required significant preparation and physical transformation.

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