Presumption of Innocence – Bigga Than Ben
July 1, 2008
Directed by S.A.Halewood
Ben Barnes and Andrei Chadov play two young Russians that decide London is an easy target for theft and burglary. They travel to London and meet with a friend that gets them setup with two contacts: one for legitimate work and one for not so legitimate work. When the honest route is too slow they turn to the local crime racket. Their new choice will change both of their lives for life.
Bigga Than Ben is a well-written movie with humor, action, and drama. Ben Barnes has a believable Russian accent for a British actor. Humor is used in creative ways, especially with views about western culture and society. The ending is not what you might expect given the title but adds a sense of reality and takes this film from good to great.
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