Brothers by Blood
My review
Not much action, but the characters were compelling enough to carry the film. Also loved the gritty Philly setting.
Plot overview
Peter and Michael, raised on the streets of Philadelphia, are the children of Irish mob members, forever linked by the crimes of their fathers. 30 years later, Michael now runs the criminal organization and lusts for more power, his dangerous antics frequently held in check by his cautious cousin Peter. Haunted by the death of his sister, whose passing destroyed both his parents, Peter is caught between the dreams of childhood and the realities of his life as an enforcer. His only reprieve is a local boxing gym, a sanctuary that is quickly threatened as Michael’s desire for control escalates.
Director
Jérémie Guez
Cast
Matthias Schoenaerts
Peter Flood
Joel Kinnaman
Michael
Maika Monroe
Grace
Paul Schneider
Jimmy
Ryan Phillippe
Charley
Nicholas Crovetti
Young Peter
Felix Scott
Phil
Antoni Corone
Bono