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Villain is a 1971 British gangster film directed by Michael Tuchner and starring Richard Burton, Ian McShane, Nigel Davenport and Donald Sinden. It is based on James Barlow's 1968 novel The Burden of Proof. Villain was director Michael Tuchner's first feature film after directing in television.
Sep 22, 1971 · Villain: Directed by Michael Tuchner. With Richard Burton, Ian McShane, Nigel Davenport, Donald Sinden. In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament.
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- Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Michael Tuchner
- 1971-09-22
The homosexual Dakin, a sadistic psychopath whose pleasure in inflicting pain is matched only by the pathological love he feels for his elderly mother, has developed a strong, possessive attachment to Wolfe Lissner, a bisexual pimp and blackmailer.
- Michael Tuchner, Kip Gowans
- Richard Burton
Directed by Michael Tuchner. By the time he’s ready to kill you, its an act of mercy. In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament. Cast. Crew. Details. Genres. Releases.
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- Michael Tuchner
Summaries. In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament. Of East London, Vic Dakin dotes on his aged and largely bedridden mother.
Overview. In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament. Michael Tuchner. James Barlow.