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1999 · 100 min · R

Payback

Directed by Brian Helgeland · Action, Drama, Crime, Thriller

Payback (1999) is a Action film, directed by Brian Helgeland set during the 1970s. It runs 100 minutes and is rated R.

A organized crime and neo noir, with a tense tone. Themes of revenge, betrayal, and greed & ambition run throughout.

Composer
Chris Boardman
Cinematography
Ericson Core
Cast
Mel GibsonGregg HenryMaria BelloDavid PaymerBill DukeDeborah Kara UngerJohn GloverWilliam Devane

The world of this film

Setting

Setting
Urban
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Organized CrimeNeo Noir
Themes
RevengeBetrayalGreed & Ambition
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadAntihero
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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