Trespass Against Us

The 2016 British-American crime drama, directed by Adam Smith in his feature debut, follows the Cutler family, long-time outlaws residing in Gloucestershire. Chad Cutler (Michael Fassbender) seeks to break free from the criminal lifestyle imposed by his father, Colby Cutler (Brendan Gleeson), aiming to provide a better future for his son Tyson (Georgie Smith) and wife Kelly (Lyndsey Marshal). Chad's attempts to escape are met with resistance from Colby, who views his son's aspirations as betrayal. After participating in a heist orchestrated by Colby, Chad becomes a target for the police, particularly Officer Lovage (Rory Kinnear), and must employ various tactics, including hiding under a cow to evade a helicopter's thermal camera. The film delves into themes of familial bonds, personal freedom, and the struggle against inherited criminality, highlighting Chad's internal conflict between loyalty to his family and the desire to forge a new path. Critics offered mixed reviews, praising the performances of Fassbender and Gleeson but noting a lack of narrative depth.