The Son of No One

About The Son of No One

The Son of No One is a drama-thriller released in 2011, directed and written by Dito Montiel. The film is based around the story of a young policeman, Jonathan White, whose past comes back to haunt him due to an unresolved murder. In the attempt to maintain his family’s safety, he must keep his secrets hidden from the light of truth, negotiating his way through a web of conspiracy and betrayal in the police force.

Making / Production

The film was produced by John Thompson, Holly Wiersma and directed by Dito Montiel, who also wrote the book that the film is based on. The movie was shot primarily in New York City, which gives it a dark and gritty aesthetic that fits the narrative. The Son of No One forms part of a trilogy of New York-based films by Dito Montiel.

Actors

• Channing Tatum as Jonathan 'Milk' White: Tatum plays the lead role and brings to it a visceral intensity that embodies the character’s struggle with his haunted past.
• Al Pacino as Detective Stanford: Pacino plays the detective investigating the case. His portrayal of the character is filled with nuances that speak to his long experience in similar roles.
• Juliette Binoche as Loren Bridges: Binoche plays a journalist who stumbles upon some hidden truths. She skillfully portrays Loren as a character determined to expose the truth, no matter the cost.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.
• The film reunites Channing Tatum with his A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints director, Dito Montiel.
• Despite having a cast of high-profile actors, the film had a limited general release.

Awards

The film did not win any notable awards.

Quotes

• "You got secrets, so do I."
• "Nobody’s innocent in this life."
• "You're a fine cop, with a big potential."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Welcome to the Jungle" by Guns N' Roses
• "Symphony 9: Bohemian" by Dvorak
• "School's Out" by Alice Cooper