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Blue Story

Name: Blue Story
Director: Andrew Onwubolu
Genre: Crime/detective, Thriller, Drama, Musical
Released: 2019
Duration: 1 h 27 min
Cast: Stephen Odubola, Micheal Ward, Khali Best, Karla-Simone Spence, Eric Kofi-Abrefa

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Crime/detective
Thriller

2019
Andrew Onwubolu
87 mins
15

Summary

Crime drama starring Stephen Odubola and Micheal Ward. Timmy, a smart but shy kid from Deptford, goes to a school in Peckham where he meets streetwise local boy Marco. The two become friends despite hailing from rival parts of London. However, as they get older, their bond is put under increasing strain by a volatile turf war.

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A star rating of 3 out of 5.

Victoria Luxford

Two best friends from different parts of London find themselves on opposite sides of a gang war in this contemporary crime drama. Directed by YouTube sensation Rapman (aka Andrew Onwubolu), who narrates through his music, the film explores youth culture in a way that feels authentic and honest. Stephen Odubola and Micheal Ward's transformation from studious teens to hardened gang members makes for a sobering journey, with performances that draw you in and break your heart. The scenes of violence are haunting, closing in on the moments where bravado and anger turn to fear. Rapman bookends the film with audio montages of grieving mothers, reminding us that while the film is fictional, the issues it addresses are very much rooted in reality. While the action may lead to a predictable ending, Blue Story is a polished film whose message is timely and important.

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6.3/10