Villain
Summary:
This melodramatic crime drama tells the story of homosexual gang leader Vic Dakin (Richard Burton), who likes a bit of rough sex with his petty criminal pal Wolfe (Ian McShane). Aside from payroll robberies, his gang is not above blackmailing sexually deviant members of Parliament. A Scotland Yard Police Inspector, played by Nigel Davenport, has been after his gang for years and... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Richard Burton - (Vic Dakin)
Ian McShane - (Wolfe Lissner)
Nigel Davenport - (Bob Matthews)
Donald Sinden - (Gerald Draycott)
Fiona Lewis - (Venetia)
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Review:
Villain is a grim but effective piece of work that nicely represents the 1970's take on the "cops & crooks" genre. The script is laced with wit and acid cynicism, portraying a world where morality is relative for everyone, heroes included. Richard Burton anchors the story with a carefully controlled lead performance, creating a crime boss who... Continue >>
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