According to reviews on IMDb and Letterboxd , the film has received mixed reactions:
: Following her husband Oleg’s murder, his widow Gertrude takes control of the organization alongside their son, Max . The Mother the Son the Rat and the Gun (2021) |...
(2021) is a British crime thriller directed and written by Philip Staal . The film centers on a power struggle within a criminal organization after a professional assassin kills the powerful mafia boss, Oleg. Plot Overview According to reviews on IMDb and Letterboxd ,
: As challenges to their authority mount and the murder remains unsolved, Gertrude assembles a team to uncover the truth. Plot Overview : As challenges to their authority
: Common criticisms include a predictable plot , uneven pacing, and a long runtime (1h 55m) that some felt dragged in the final act.
: Described as a story of "gun-toting gangsters, lawless lawyers, and backstabbing bastards," the film explores themes of greed, deception, and the lengths family will go to stay afloat. Key Cast and Crew Director/Writer : Philip Staal Co-Writer : Patrick Kleven Gertrude : Mary Conlon Max : Oliver Devoti Oleg Hart : Mark Fletcher Ritchie : Stephen Oswald Lily : Chabris Napier-Lawrence Critical Reception
: Some viewers praised the cinematography , tense atmosphere, and strong acting from the lead cast.