Gangster No. 1

Year: 2000
Director: Paul Mcguigan
Starring: Malcolm Macdowell, Paul Bettany, David Thewlis, Saffron Burrows
Synopsis: The story of the rise and fall of a young gangster and his ways of getting to the top.

Review: Before director became well known in the US for Lucky Number Slevin (2006) and the recent "Heroes inspired" Push, this film can be considered one of the best British crime dramas that you have never heard of.

The movie chronicles the life of how a young gangster rose to the top over the course of 30 years. Actor Paul Bettany is excellent as the young gangster and is perfect for the role. The rest of the cast are also well-acted. If you enjoy British crime dramas, do not miss this underrated movie. Rating 8/10.