Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster (2011)
Gangster. Media darling. Model citizen.
Based on a real WWII vet and family man turned bank robber. Disillusioned by his post war circumstances, Eddie Boyd is torn between the need to provide for his young family and an unfulfilled dream to head to Hollywood to become a star. He discovers a way to do both, robbing banks Hollywood style, but his dream leads him down a path of danger and tragedy.
Director: Nathan Morlando
Genre: Crime, Drama, History
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: September 10, 2011
Cast
- Scott Speedman - Eddie Boyd
- Kelly Reilly - Doreen Boyd
- Kevin Durand - Lenny Jackson
- Joseph Cross - Val Kozak
- Brendan Fletcher - Willie 'The Clown' Jackson
- Charlotte Sullivan - Mary Mitchell
- Melanie Scrofano - Ann Roberts
- Brian Cox - Glover
- William Mapother - Detective Rhys
- Christian Martyn - Billy Boyd
Screenplay
Music: Max Richter
Cinematography: Steve Cosens
Editing: Richard Comeau
Production: IFC FIlms, Myriad Pictures
Country: Canada, Mexico
Language: English, Español, Polski, Magyar
Budget: $5M
Box Office: $625
Original Language: en
Themes
Brutal Prison Drama
Keywords
police brutality, toronto, canada, bus driver, prison escape, true crime, war bride, wooden leg, post war, struggling actor, gentleman thief, man in wheelchair, prison brawl
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster about?
- Based on a real WWII vet and family man turned bank robber. Disillusioned by his post war circumstances, Eddie Boyd is torn between the need to provide for his young family and an unfulfilled dream to head to Hollywood to become a star. He discovers a way to do both, robbing banks Hollywood style, but his dream leads him down a path of danger and tragedy.
- Who directed Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster was directed by Nathan Morlando.
- Who stars in Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster stars Scott Speedman, Kelly Reilly, Kevin Durand, Joseph Cross, Brendan Fletcher, Charlotte Sullivan.
- How long is Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster is a Crime, Drama, History film.
- What is the budget of Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster had a budget of $5M.
- How much did Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster gross?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster grossed $625 worldwide.
- Where was Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster produced?
- Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster was produced in Canada, Mexico.
- What are the themes of Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster?
- The themes of Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster include: Brutal Prison Drama.