The Long Good Friday
Bob Hoskins, in his breakthrough film role, stars as a London racketeer fast losing control of his gangland empire; Helen Mirren shines as his classy moll. John Mackenzie's stylish thriller is a marriage of gangster flicks from both sides of the Atlantic. It's a classic in the genre and should not be missed. With Dave King, Bryan Marshall, Derek Thompson and Eddie Constantine.
Year: 1980
Genre: Alice's 500 Greatest Films, Drama, Thrillers & Suspense, Best of the 1980s
Country: UK
Director: John MacKenzie
Starring: Bob Hoskins, Bryan Marshall, Eddie Constantine, Helen Mirren
Duration: 110 Minutes
Rating: R16
7.7/10
Location in store: Alice's 500 Greatest Films
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