Villain
1971 · 1h 38m · Crime, Drama, Thriller · United Kingdom · Rated R (US)
By the time he's ready to kill you, its an act of mercy.
In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament.
Directed by
Michael TuchnerBased on the novel by
James Barlow6.1Smart score
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based on novel or bookgangstergay romancelondon, englandmotherneo-noirpolicerobbery
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