Harry Brown

A 2009 British crime thriller directed by Daniel Barber and written by Gary Young. The film stars Michael Caine as Harry Brown, an elderly widower and former Royal Marine living in a crime-ridden London housing estate. Following the death of his wife, Harry's only solace is his friend Leonard (David Bradley), who is soon murdered by local gang members. Disillusioned with the police's inability to address the violence, Harry takes matters into his own hands, employing his military skills to exact revenge on the criminals terrorizing his neighborhood. His actions draw the attention of Detective Inspector Alice Frampton (Emily Mortimer) and Detective Sergeant Terry Hicock (Charlie Creed-Miles), who strive to prevent further bloodshed. The film delves into themes of justice, morality, and vigilantism, presenting a grim and intense portrayal of urban decay and personal retribution.