Face 1997
"The blag to kill for. Only one of them meant it for real."
Directed by Antonia Bird, *Face (1997)* plunges into the gritty underworld of 1980s Britain, where Ray, a disillusioned ex-socialist turned bank robber, leads a crew of aging criminals on a final, desperate heist.
Director: Antonia Bird
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Face (1997) about?
*Face (1997)* follows Ray, a former socialist turned bank robber, as he assembles a crew of aging criminals for one final heist. But when the job goes wrong, trust shatters and violence erupts, revealing the fragility of their fractured bonds. It's a story of desperation, betrayal, and the myths people cling to when their ideals crumble.
Who directed Face?
*Face* was directed by Antonia Bird, a filmmaker known for her sharp, socially conscious storytelling in crime and drama genres.
Who stars in Face?
The film features standout performances from Robert Carlyle, Ray Winstone, Lena Headey, Steven Waddington, and Phil Davis as the tight-knit—but volatile—crew of criminals.
Is Face (1997) worth watching?
If you enjoy gritty crime dramas with deep character work and bleak social themes, *Face (1997)* is absolutely worth your time. Its raw atmosphere and strong performances make it a compelling watch, though viewers sensitive to violent tension should proceed with caution.
How long is Face?
The runtime for *Face (1997)* is 105 minutes.
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About Face (1997) — When Ideals Collide with the Underworld
Directed by Antonia Bird, *Face (1997)* plunges into the gritty underworld of 1980s Britain, where Ray, a disillusioned ex-socialist turned bank robber, leads a crew of aging criminals on a final, desperate heist. The job spirals into violence as trust fractures and old ideologies clash with raw survival instincts. With a raw, unflinching aesthetic, the film explores betrayal, ideological decay, and the cost of chasing one last score.
Starring Robert Carlyle as Ray alongside Ray Winstone and Lena Headey, *Face* delivers a tense, character-driven thriller steeped in social commentary. The atmosphere crackles with tension as loyalties dissolve and violence erupts, making it a standout in the crime-drama genre. A story about aging outlaws and the myths they cling to, *Face (1997)* is a gripping, atmospheric dive into Britain's forgotten criminal underbelly.