The Business

In the gritty underworld of 1980s London, Frankie, a young man seeking to escape his mundane life, falls in with a notorious gangster named Charlie. As Frankie rises through the ranks of the criminal organization, he becomes entangled in the brutal and exhilarating world of organized crime, dealing with drugs, violence, and betrayal. The film follows his journey as he grapples with the consequences of his choices and the true cost of ambition.

The Business received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its gritty realism and energetic portrayal of a criminal underworld, while others found its depiction of violence and its characters to be gratuitous and lacking depth. Audience reception was generally more positive, appreciating its straightforward crime narrative and performances.

• Praised for its authentic portrayal of 1980s London's criminal scene.
• Some critics found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped.
• Lauded for its gritty atmosphere and dynamic pacing.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's authentic 80s vibe and its no-holds-barred depiction of London's underworld. Many appreciated the energetic performances and the film's fast-paced narrative, although some felt the story lacked originality.

The film's director, Nick Love, is known for his gritty British crime dramas, and 'The Business' shares thematic and stylistic similarities with his other works like 'The Football Factory'.