About Son of a Gun (HBO)

Son of a Gun is a gripping crime thriller that was released on HBO in 2015. The film is directed by Julius Avery and tells a story of crime, friendship, and betrayal. It centers around a youngster JR, who becomes a protégé to Australia's public enemy number one, Brendan Lynch.

Plot and Summary

The movie sees JR (Brenton Thwaites) serving his jail sentence where he meets Lynch (Ewan McGregor), a notorious criminal. Upon his release, JR helps Lynch in his breakout and becomes a part of his crew. However, as they plan their biggest heist, JR finds himself torn between loyalty to Lynch and the desire to save himself and those he cares about. The story tests the depth of human relationships, morality, and survival instincts.

Making / Production

The film was shot on location in Western Australia, capturing the rawness and stark surroundings, adding mood and depth to the overall film narrative.

Actors

• Brenton Thwaites as JR: Thwaites played the role of JR quite convincingly, portraying the character's innocence, fear, and courage impeccably.
• Ewan McGregor as Brendan Lynch: McGregor delivered a stellar performance with his charismatic portrayal of the infamous criminal, Brendan Lynch.
• Alicia Vikander as Tasha: Vikander played Tasha, a complex character who is JR’s love interest in the film and gave an emotionally-rich performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film marks director Julius Avery's first full-length feature project.
• Ewan McGregor did his own stunts in the movie.
• The filming spanned several months and was shot at 4 different locations across Australia.

Quotes

• "We're not here to do the easy thing, we're here to make a statement." - Brendan Lynch
• "I was always looking for a father, and Lynch was looking for a son." - JR

Music, Soundtrack

• Composer Jed Kurzel delivered an atmospheric and intense score that beautifully compliments the movie’s gritty and high-adrenaline moments.
• The soundtrack features songs such as "Where's My Mind" by Pixies and "City Full of Ghosts" by Mike Scott, enhancing the overall noir feel of the film.

Note: As of the last available information, the film did not receive any significant awards.