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Obey

  • 2018
  • 1h 36m
IMDb RATING
5.5/10
650
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Obey (2018)
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As London slides towards a time of violent social unrest, on the estates of East London a young man's life is torn apart by love for a girl from a different place.As London slides towards a time of violent social unrest, on the estates of East London a young man's life is torn apart by love for a girl from a different place.As London slides towards a time of violent social unrest, on the estates of East London a young man's life is torn apart by love for a girl from a different place.

  • Director
    • Jamie Jones
  • Writer
    • Jamie Jones
  • Stars
    • Marcus Rutherford
    • Sophie Kennedy Clark
    • Michael Quartey
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.5/10
    650
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jamie Jones
    • Writer
      • Jamie Jones
    • Stars
      • Marcus Rutherford
      • Sophie Kennedy Clark
      • Michael Quartey
    • 18User reviews
    • 18Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 14 nominations total

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    Marcus Rutherford
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    • Leon
    Sophie Kennedy Clark
    Sophie Kennedy Clark
    • Twiggy
    Michael Quartey
    • Trainer
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    Sam Gittins
    • Anton
    T'Nia Miller
    T'Nia Miller
    • Chelsea
    James Atwell
    • Chris
    Taurean Steele
    • Rafa
    Jasmine Jobson
    Jasmine Jobson
    • Little M
    Joshua Blisset
    • Karl
    Daniel Akilimali
    • Boogie
    Christine Taetz
    • Naomi
    Wil Coban
    Wil Coban
    • Carter
    Aaron-Russell Andrews
    • Raymond
    Dymond Allen
    • Kai
    Tezlym Senior-Sakutu
    • Zee
    Betsy Mobey
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    Rosalind Adler
    Rosalind Adler
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    • Director
      • Jamie Jones
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    10hazed-45839

    Quadrapheania for 2000's

    I just finished watching obey and I took a gamble watching it as it wasn't my usual type of pick but wow what a surprise to find such a great film. Marcus Rutherfords excellent portrayal of a youth trapped in a social hell hole struggling to do right, you can't help but root for him as he struggles against circumstances beyond his control. As my title says I was much reminded of the first time I watched quadrapheania, the wild struggle of our youth finding a way to live in a world that just doesn't care or see their plight, the portrayal of your mates that effectively become your family was done brilliantly and the spiral of situations and events that push you inevitably toward a life you just may not want or see coming. Just brilliant. Watch this film and be heartened by the fact British filmmaking is by no means lacking directorial talent or acting talent for that matter. I can honestly say I didn't see one bad portrayal in the entire film. Wow what a refreshing experience to be captivated by a movie, totally caught up in the lead actors situation and with barely a word spoken Marcus portrays every emotion and thought like youre in his head, just a brilliant example of acting, puts some of the so called great actors to shame! . All I can say is I'll be looking to find other films with these actors and directors/producers. Bravo! More! More!
    10SammyKnowles88

    Pleasantly suprised!!! Authentically on point, great film

    Didn't know what to expect watching this but it opened by eyes to that side of London life and culture. For an unknown cast, some brilliant performances.
    5natcalgary

    nothing special

    I didn't expect much and didn't get much. Sub par acting, the plot was predictable and mundane.

    4.8
    2fellini_58701

    Mundane and predictable

    Obviously this film has good intentions in telling the story that it wants to tell but unfortunately it falls flat with a way to familiar story I have seen told in films way to many times about how rough it is to be young living in an urban ghetto side of town. It was predictable mundane and at times a bit boring.
    7StuartNewman101

    Better than expected.

    I really enjoyed this. Had no expectations and it delivered a reasonably realistic portrayal of street life in 2011. Worked for me.

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    • Release date
      • February 14, 2019 (Spain)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
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    • Language
      • English
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    • Production companies
      • Beyond Fiction
      • Harvest Pictures
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      • 1h 36m(96 min)
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