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The Business [DVD] [2005]

DVD ~ Danny Dyer
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  • Actors: Danny Dyer, Tamer Hassan, Geoff Bell, Georgina Chapman, Eddie Webber
  • Directors: Nick Love
  • Writers: Nick Love
  • Producers: Allan Niblo, Andy Eliot, Charlie Woodhouse, James Richardson, Jamie Macdermott
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 18
  • Studio: Pathe Distribution
  • DVD Release Date: 30 Jan 2006
  • Run Time: 92 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (51 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000BTIPES
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,575 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Synopsis
On the lam in 1980s England, Danny heads to the gangsters' paradise of Spain's Costa del Sol to make a delivery of cash to a noted ex-criminal, Charlie. There, Danny meets Charlie's nefarious inner circle and soon becomes embroiled in their outrageous outlaw lifestyle. Featuring a wall-to-wall '80s soundtrack, this comic gangster film serves up action-packed thrills with a touch of whimsy.

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23 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good for a laugh, 18 Aug 2006
By James Aitken "Chilon" (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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This is a pacy, tongue-in-cheek ganster movie set on the Costa del Crime in the 1980s. It tells the story of Frankie (Danny Dyer) who hooks up with two experienced South London crims (Charlie and Sammy) and becomes Charlie's right hand man (but Sammy's enemy). The story line tracks the rise of their criminal empire and subsequent dramatic fall. In that sense although there is an element of "glamour" in the look of the film, it cannot fairly be said to glamourise a life of crime.

One of the best things about this film is the cinematography. A lot of thought has gone into the sets and the "feel" of the film, and the detail with some of the 1980s sports fashion on display is pretty impressive (if amusing). One of the worst things about the film is the dialogue. The hackneyed "sarf Lundun" one liners start off by being amusing but end up getting on your nerves and spoiling the film. I'm not 100% convinced the script writers intended the dialogue to be as hilarious as it sounds.

The characters are well acted and believable. Particularly noteworthy, for me, was Geoff Bell as Sammy. He is utterly convincing as a total nutcase. Its also worth checking out the "alternative ending" provided on the DVD, which I thought was better than the "real" ending.

Coupled with a feel-good and authentic 1980s soundtrack this is pleasant, amusing, viewing - although its certainly no masterpiece.
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23 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The Business, 21 Jan 2006
By J. D. Naylor "jazzfan" (England) - See all my reviews
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On seeing this film i was expecting another Lock stock.... knock off but how wrong i was.Sure there are planty of Brit gangster cliche's like flashy suits,big guns and plenty of swearing but that aside this tale of cockney wide boys "livin' it large" in picturesque and sunny climates is pretty good.
Danny Dyer plays the lead character with enough boyish charm to carry it all off with aplomb amongst all the effing and blinding and tough cockney characters (and i'm only talking about the women ! serioulsly !).
There is a pulsating eighties soundtrack which i guess is a bit too much at times but brings back memories of Duran Duran,Lacoste T-shirts and brightly coloured shell suits.
The plot is wrapped up in a satisfying ending and at the end of an hour and a half of drugs,money,guns,girls,flash cars,flash boats,double and triple crosses,duran duran records and plenty of effing and blinding i was left well satisfied.
Not the greatest Brit gangster flick but certainly well above some of the post Lock Stock/Snatch efforts.
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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Master Piece, 22 April 2006
By milesfb (Staffordshire) - See all my reviews
If you like gangster films suchs as `Lock Stock..", or "Snatch", or films like "Football Factory" and the like then this is definately one for your collection.

The best thing about this film is the narration of the main character (`Frankie` - Actor Danny Dyer). He gets you hooked into the story straight away. As well as the brilliant soundtrack of fabulous music from the 1980`s, the narration, cinematography and storyline are absolutley excellent.

If you dont own this film yet, hire it out then sit down with a drink (beer or wine) sit back and enjoy! Its original, riveting, and quite amusing in places. Hopefully you`ll end up wanting to buy it because its well worth adding to your collection. I do not need to describe the storyline because other reviews have already done so. Therefore read a few reviews as well as mine and hopefully it will make you want see it.

Thanks for reading this,

Miles
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5.0 out of 5 stars All Action Film
Another great film from Nick Love (Football Factory) which is non-stop, edge of your seat action. This film is highly entertaining, and a true joy. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dezza

1.0 out of 5 stars Look lively - this is rubbish
Just to set the record straight, this is a terrible British gangster movie, to the point where it is funny - that's why I've given it one star! Read more
Published 7 months ago by T. A. Underwood

3.0 out of 5 stars nasty, nasty people in beautiful locations
This is a nice film to watch from the point of view of the photography of beautiful locations in spain and it gives an intriguing and at times humorous insight into how bad and... Read more
Published 10 months ago by dan the fan

3.0 out of 5 stars decent british gangster flick
one of the better british gangster movies made in recent years.this is well acted and well made and is recommended
Published 13 months ago by martin thomas

5.0 out of 5 stars Alright Frankie?
Great film, great soundtrack. Tamer Hassan and Danny Dyer hook up again after Football Factory and this would attract an audience that mightn't have bothered with this film... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Aaron Mulholland

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent gangster fairytale
I wouldn't normally go out of my way to watch a film like The Business. However, I bought a copy and have to say - I really did enjoy it. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Jazzman

5.0 out of 5 stars Top film
Seen it several times and really enjoyed it. This film has it all, great scenary, good storyline, good actors all playing roles which come naturally to them, top soundtrack... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Londoner

5.0 out of 5 stars good viewing
realy enjoyed this film, the storyline tended to jump about a little bit but realy enjoyed it.
Published 22 months ago by D. Potts

4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining offering
This is certainly not one of Nick Love's better films but it is enjoyable enough in its own right. There are mixed performances from the under-rated Tamer Hassan and Geoff Bell,... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Northern Baggies

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't do it.
Terrible, terrible film. Weak plot, weak dialogue, and although I have nothing against any of the actors in it, I'd wager that this wasn't the best performance for any of them... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. J. Sam-La Rose

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