London Boulevard Review

Messages: London Boulevard suggests that transitioning from a life of crime to one of legitimacy is next to impossible, even if you're genuinely determined. The criminals in this movie seem successful, and the good people seem downtrodden.

Role models: Upon his release from prison, the main character makes the ethical choice that he no longer wants to be a criminal. Unfortunately, he can't beat the odds; try as he may, his old life manages to pull him back in, and he eventually pays dearly for his efforts.

Violence: Lots of bloody, realistic fights, with characters punching and hitting each other and spattering blood. Several characters are killed violently via shooting, stabbing, beating, and pummeling. Dead bodies are shown. The main character punches a woman and knocks her out.

Sex: In a nightclub, topless women are shown, and other (clothed) women perform sexy dances. The main male and female characters kiss and are seen lying in bed together, though no nudity is shown. Secondary characters are seen preparing for "kinky" sex, with the man handcuffed to a bed and the woman wearing a slinky outfit. There's also heavy innuendo; a man makes a vulgar "licking" motion in one scene.

Language: Very strong, constant language, with multiple uses of "f--k," "s--t," and "c--t," plus "ass" and "Jesus Christ" (as an exclamation).

Consumerism: Not an issue

Drinking, drugs and smoking: Nearly every character smokes cigarettes throughout the movie. The main character's sister also seems to have a drinking and/or drug problem. Most characters drink from time to time: scotch, beer, and vodka (some occurs at a big party). Two secondary characters smoke pot in two different scenes. Some gangsters appear drunk and/or high in one violent sequence. Reference to Methadone.