Outlaws

About Outlaws

Outlaws, also known as 1% is an Australian biker film released in 2017. The compelling narrative is directed by Stephen McCallum and follows the power struggles within an outlaw motorcycle club.

The plot centers around Paddo, played by Ryan Corr, who has been running the Copperheads while his brother Knuck has been in prison. With Knuck's return, the power dynamics within the club are thrown into chaos – Paddo has grown to like his leadership role and isn't willing to step down easily. As tension mounts, loyalties are tested and blood is shed in a struggle for control of the club.

Making / Production

The film is produced by Jamie Hilton and Michael Pontin. Director Stephen McCallum and screenwriter Matt Nable spent years researching the world of outlaw motorcycle gangs to accurately portray it on film, resulting in a gritty, realistic depiction of a notoriously closed-off subculture.

Actors

• Ryan Corr as Paddo: He convincingly portrays a power-hungry, young leader forced to navigate the treacherous political landscape of the 1%.
• Abbey Lee as Katrina: She plays the role of Paddo's ambitious and manipulative girlfriend who isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty.
• Matt Nable as Knuck: In the role of the former leader, Nable depicts a hard-edged man coming to terms with a loss of control and questioning his power and relevancy within the club.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is directed by Stephen McCallum in his directorial debut.
• Screenwriter Matt Nable also stars in the film, playing the character of Knuck.
• The film was shot on location in Western Australia.

Quotes

• “It's not what you stand for, it's what you stand against.” - Paddo
• “This club, this family, it's a force of nature, brother.” - Knuck

Music, Soundtrack

• Outlaws amazing soundtrack is delivered by Chris Cobilis, bringing a real sense of tension and birthed the perfect atmosphere for the movie scenes.