Son of a Gun (2015)

About Son of a Gun

"Son of a Gun" is an Australian crime thriller film that was released in 2015. The movie revolves around a young man, JR (Brenton Thwaites), who becomes the apprentice of Australia's public enemy number one, Brendan Lynch (Ewan McGregor). The movie is a thrilling exploration of crime, betrayal, and the complex dynamics of mentor-mentee relationships. The plot takes a gripping journey through the criminal underworld, as JR faces tests of loyalty, trust, and survival.

Making / Production

"Son of a Gun" was directed by Julius Avery, marking his directorial debut. The film was co-produced by Timothy White and Janelle Landers. The movie was shot in various locations in Western Australia, including Perth, Kalgoorlie, and Fremantle Prison.

Actors

• Brenton Thwaites as JR: Thwaites convincingly portrays a naive and impressionable young man drawn into the world of crime.
• Ewan McGregor as Brendan Lynch: McGregor expertly takes on the role of a seasoned criminal, who acts as a mentor to JR.
• Alicia Vikander as Tasha: Vikander plays the role of Tasha, a sophisticated woman with a mysterious past, who gets entangled in the dangerous world inhabited by JR and Lynch.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film marks the directorial debut of Julius Avery.
• Mostly shot in Western Australia, a region rarely used in Australian cinema.
• The film's title refers to the phrase 'son of a gun,' commonly used in Australia to describe someone who is cunning or willful

Quotes

• "We're not here to do the easy thing, we're here to do the right thing." - Brendan Lynch
• "Sometimes we have to hurt the ones we love." - JR
• "Prison, it's not the bars that hold you in... It's the emptiness." - Lynch

Music, Soundtrack

• The musical score for "Son of a Gun" was composed by Jed Kurzel, who is known for crafting suspenseful and atmospheric soundtracks.
• Songs featured in the film include "Highway to Hell" by AC/DC and "Fresh Air" by Quicksilver Messenger Service.