The Krays (film)


The Krays is a 1990 British biographical crime drama film directed by Peter Medak. The film is based on the lives and crimes of the British gangster twins Ronald and Reginald Kray, often referred to as The Krays. The film stars Billie Whitelaw, Tom Bell, Gary Kemp and his real life younger brother Martin Kemp, who were also both members of the new wave band Spandau Ballet.

Plot

The film charts the lives of the Kray twins from childhood to adult life. The plot focuses on the relationship between the twins and their doting mother. Ronald is the dominant one, influencing his brother Reginald to perform several acts of violence as they rise to power as the leaders of a powerful organised gang in 1960s London.

Cast

The Krays holds a rating of 81% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 16 reviews.

Awards