A troubled London policeman attempts to sort out his
complicated life in the weeks prior to all hell breaking loose in the London riots
of 2011.
Nick Nevern (Terry, The Rise & Fall Of A White Collar
Hooligan) is Damien, a cop who has more in common with the average criminal
than he does with most of his colleagues. As tensions rise Damien must decide
which side he is on while also looking out for his rookie partner Louise
(Kellie Shirley).
Director Simon Phillips (who also appeared with Nevern in
White Collar Hooligan) manages to effectively present a unique viewpoint of
London in the latest example of excellent British filmmaking. Real life footage
is used well and Damien’s perspective crosses the boundaries brilliantly while
the characters actions present a man struggling with his attempts to do the
right thing.
Nevern delivers another powerhouse performance and firmly
cements his status as the UK’s brightest rising star of urban drama.
GBH is available on DVD in the UK from 1st October
2012.
Ric’s Rating: Highly Recommended.
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