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The Limey DVD Terence Stamp Steven Soderbergh
The Limey DVD Terence Stamp Steven Soderbergh
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The Limey DVD
A sharp and emotionally charged revenge thriller in which fractured memories, buried grief and one commanding Terence Stamp performance transform a familiar crime story into something far more distinctive.
Some treasures at Kate's Treasures15 are chosen because they are beautiful or useful. Others are here because they belonged to my dad and formed part of a collection shaped by his genuine love of cinema, unforgettable performances and the craft of filmmaking.
Dad was an actor and scriptwriter who understood how editing, performance and the careful arrangement of time could reveal far more than straightforward dialogue ever could. His collection reflected a lifelong appreciation for intelligent crime cinema, distinctive directors and actors capable of carrying an entire story through presence alone.
Directed by Steven Soderbergh, The Limey stars Terence Stamp as Wilson, a hardened English criminal who travels to Los Angeles after learning that his estranged daughter has died in what has been described as a car accident.
Unconvinced by the official explanation, Wilson begins tracing the people connected to her final months. His investigation leads him towards wealthy music producer Terry Valentine, played by Peter Fonda, whose charm and relaxed confidence may conceal far more than he is willing to admit.
Wilson is joined by his daughter’s friend Eduardo, played by Luis Guzmán, and gradually uncovers a world of evasions, half-truths and damaged relationships. Yet beneath the violence and revenge lies a father confronting the distance that existed between himself and the daughter he failed to understand while she was alive.
Soderbergh presents the story through fractured editing, repeated dialogue and moments that move between memory, imagination and the present. Footage from the earlier Terence Stamp film Poor Cow is woven into the narrative, giving Wilson’s past an unusual emotional presence.
Lesley Ann Warren, Barry Newman and Nicky Katt add depth to a film that combines lean crime storytelling with a thoughtful examination of grief, regret and the stories people construct to live with their choices.
A compelling addition for collectors of Steven Soderbergh films, Terence Stamp performances and intelligent crime cinema that rewards close attention and reveals greater emotional depth beneath its revenge-thriller surface.
About This Crime Thriller DVD
DVD | Widescreen | Single Disc | Region 2 | Certificate 18
- Title: The Limey
- Original Film Year: 1999
- Director: Steven Soderbergh
- Writer: Lem Dobbs
- Cast: Terence Stamp, Peter Fonda, Lesley Ann Warren, Luis Guzmán, Barry Newman and Nicky Katt
- Language: English
- Genre: Crime thriller, revenge drama and psychological drama
- Themes: Grief, memory, revenge, regret, family estrangement and personal responsibility
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Film Content Information
This film contains strong violence, gunfire, bloody injury detail, strong language, drug references, threat and scenes involving criminal activity and revenge.
The story also explores bereavement, family estrangement, regret and emotional distress. Please follow the stated age classification.
Pre-Owned DVD Information
This is a pre-owned DVD from a personal collection. The case, cover insert and disc may show signs of age, storage and previous handling.
The disc has been checked as stated in the condition description. Buyers should confirm that their equipment can play Region 2 DVDs before ordering.
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