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The Veteran

  • 2011
  • R
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
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The Veteran (2011)
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A soldier returning from the war in Afghanistan uncovers a conspiracy involving the intelligence services and a gang of drug dealers.A soldier returning from the war in Afghanistan uncovers a conspiracy involving the intelligence services and a gang of drug dealers.A soldier returning from the war in Afghanistan uncovers a conspiracy involving the intelligence services and a gang of drug dealers.

  • Director
    • Matthew Hope
  • Writers
    • Matthew Hope
    • Robert Henry Craft
  • Stars
    • Toby Kebbell
    • Adi Bielski
    • Tony Curran
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    5.8/10
    7.6K
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    • Director
      • Matthew Hope
    • Writers
      • Matthew Hope
      • Robert Henry Craft
    • Stars
      • Toby Kebbell
      • Adi Bielski
      • Tony Curran
    • 56User reviews
    • 23Critic reviews
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    Toby Kebbell
    Toby Kebbell
    • Robert Miller
    Adi Bielski
    Adi Bielski
    • Alayna Wallace
    Tony Curran
    Tony Curran
    • Chris Turner
    Ashley Thomas
    Ashley Thomas
    • Tyrone Jones
    Tom Brooke
    Tom Brooke
    • Danny Turner
    Ivanno Jeremiah
    Ivanno Jeremiah
    • Fahad Sahal
    Brian Cox
    Brian Cox
    • Gerry Langdon
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    Brendon Read
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    Adrian Bouchet
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    • Director
      • Matthew Hope
    • Writers
      • Matthew Hope
      • Robert Henry Craft
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    6badge852003

    Good Film, Tony Kebbell was very good.

    This film shows the aftermath of a Veteran returning home to England after serving in the middle east. The streets, the gang activity were a nuisance to this honorable young man. He was a man of "special talents" learned through combat. The local gangs, thugs brought about him unleashing his abilities on them. Tony Kebbell's very thorough movements when in a tactical situation were astounding. Having a professional background in Tactical Operations myself, I truly appreciated how he carried out his moves and handling of an AR / M-4 type weapon. Here was a man that wanted peace and tried to help others, only to be pulled back into using these methods learned. Sad but sometimes a reality. Excellent movie overall.
    realeaglescout

    An Intelligent, Thought-Provoking, Stark Movie..

    I also agree that the British seem do this genre well. The principal actor did a fine job a very good job..earned every dollar. Another character's premises that the war on terrorism is all about GOD (guns,oil and drugs), used to keep people in control and in fear for economic reasons, is most likely, reality. Yet what I found most interesting was how how accurately the movie depicts the real present day London as an extremely somber, soul-sucking urban far-scape.. IMHO, it all sucks; the food, the atmosphere, everything..Woof. Sorry! And this treatment certainly rams that home. The shootout at the climax was a chilling, honestly portrayed rendition of violence, spot on... I found it to be a sad, uncomfortable, yet thought provoking and extremely entertaining movie. Job well done!
    5xiferfrost

    Storyline mashed up

    The cinematography was fine, I actually like the fact that they made everything realistic. The only thing that is unlikable in this movie was the storyline mashed-up. There are things that are uncertain, there are things that are not clear or lacking of foundation.

    There was two main story that was mashed up in this story. First is the part where the main actor is dealing with the drug dealers, and second is the part where the main actor acquired a job as from another party.

    These could have been a better movie if the two main story was related to each other.

    Mystery unsolved about the girl.
    7da_ve4

    It should have been 2 separate films!

    Overall it was a good film albeit slightly confusing at times. The main character is very likable. There seems to be one plot which is advertised - the council estate plot, and the terrorist plot. The film would have been better if it stuck to one of the plots. The lady informant character remains unresolved. I believe it could have been quite similar to Harry Brown if done well. The terrorist part of the film was a bit confusing with too many twists to keep anybody truly interested. I believe if this part had been developed it could have been similar to an American blockbuster film which would usually star Matt Damon. The main character's performance is very strong and the reactions are more realistic and believable than in most action scenes. It was a nice touch to see someone actually reload in a movie. It is still watch able but it could have been a lot better.
    6BeneCumb

    Okay, but nothing special

    The plot as such seems realistic, but there are several unrealistic scenes - above all, related to shadowing and final shooting. The total conspiracy is also difficult to follow at times. It gloomy and gray background is probably meant to stress the overall mood, but it becomes annoying in the course of time. The very ending is too sudden as well.

    And, as we do here with a so-called solo film (the leading character always visible), the selection of Toby Kebbell was probably not the best - he is short of charisma and particular features needed for such a role. Brian Cox and Tom Brooke were more catchy to follow; anyhow, murkiness and low spirits were too prevailing.

    As a film in general, it is okay, perhaps even more, but for a British thriller, it is rather mediocre - just remember films by Guy Ritchie, for example.

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    • Trivia
      The social housing complex that Miller is living in is the Heygate estate at Elephant and Castle. You can see the Strata in one of the scene where Miller broke through some barricade to have the night view. The Heygate has since been demolished to make way for Elephant Park by Lend Lease.
    • Quotes

      [last lines]

      Gerry Langdon: The organizing principle of any society is for war. The basic authority of the modern state over its people resides in its war powers. Today it's oil, tomorrow, water. It's what we like to call the GOD business: Guns, Oil, and Drugs. But there is a problem. Our way of life, its over. It's unsustainable and in rapid decline. That's why we implement demand destruction. We continue to make money as the world burns. But for this to work the people have to remain ignorant of the problem until it's too late. That's why we have triggers in place: 9/11, 7/7, WMDs. A population in a permanent state of fear does not ask questions. Our desire for war becomes *its* desire for war. A willing sacrifice. You see, fear is justification, fear is control, fear is money. You're a brilliant soldier and I could still use someone like you.

      Robert Miller: I'll ask you one more time. Where is she?

      Gerry Langdon: Do you know the term "train tracking?" And "batterying?"

      [They are slang for "gang rape"]

      Gerry Langdon: Perhaps you should look closer to home. The young men of your estate. So vicious. Poor Alayna wouldn't stand...

      [takes a bullet to the heart]

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    • Release date
      • April 29, 2011 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Ветеран
    • Filming locations
      • Heygate Estate, Southwark, London, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • DMK Productions
      • Iconiq Group
      • Local Films
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    • Budget
      • £2,100,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $33,229
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 38m(98 min)
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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