Ben je fan van 'The Big Ugly' (2020) en op zoek naar vergelijkbare films of series? Dit artikel biedt 10 titels die dezelfde spanning, actie en rauwe sfeer bieden. Of je nu houdt van misdaadverhalen of karaktergedreven drama, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar jouw smaak.

Mystic River (2003)
Beschreibung: A haunting crime drama that intertwines personal tragedy with a murder investigation, set in a close-knit community where past traumas resurface and moral boundaries are tested.
Fakt: The film won two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Sean Penn. Clint Eastwood directed it, marking one of his most critically acclaimed works.


Gone Baby Gone (2007)
Beschreibung: A dark, morally complex mystery thriller that delves into the underbelly of a working-class neighborhood, exploring themes of justice, corruption, and the blurred lines between right and wrong.
Fakt: The film is based on a novel by Dennis Lehane, who also wrote 'Mystic River'. Casey Affleck's performance was highly praised, marking a breakthrough in his career.


The Town (2010)
Beschreibung: A gripping heist drama set in Boston, focusing on the lives of career criminals and the tight-knit community that both supports and suffocates them, with intense action and emotional depth.
Fakt: Ben Affleck learned to drive a getaway car at high speeds for his role. The film's bank robbery scenes were inspired by real-life heists in Charlestown, Boston.


Out of the Furnace (2013)
Beschreibung: A dark, brooding tale of revenge and redemption set in a decaying industrial town, with a strong emphasis on family bonds and the struggle against systemic corruption.
Fakt: The film was originally titled 'The Low Dweller'. Woody Harrelson's character was inspired by real-life meth dealers in rural America.


The Drop (2014)
Beschreibung: A crime thriller with a gritty, urban setting that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and survival within a criminal underworld. The film's tension and moral ambiguity mirror the dark, suspenseful atmosphere of the reference.
Fakt: The film is based on a short story by Dennis Lehane, who also wrote the novel 'Mystic River'. It was the final film appearance of James Gandolfini.


Killing Them Softly (2012)
Beschreibung: A raw and violent crime drama that delves into the brutal realities of organized crime, featuring a cynical tone and a focus on the economic and social decay surrounding its characters.
Fakt: The film's title is inspired by a line from a song by Gerry Rafferty. It was shot in New Orleans, standing in for the story's setting of Boston.


Hell or High Water (2016)
Beschreibung: A modern Western crime drama that blends elements of heist films with a deep exploration of economic desperation and brotherly loyalty, set against a stark, rural backdrop.
Fakt: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The title is derived from a phrase meaning 'no matter what obstacles'.


Sicario (2015)
Beschreibung: A brutal and suspenseful exploration of the drug war, featuring morally ambiguous characters and a relentless, tense atmosphere that highlights the futility and violence of the conflict.
Fakt: The word 'Sicario' means 'hitman' in Spanish. The film's aerial shots of the U.S.-Mexico border were achieved using military-grade infrared cameras.


Shot Caller (2017)
Beschreibung: A harrowing prison and crime drama that examines the transformation of an ordinary man into a hardened criminal, with a focus on the brutal hierarchies and survival tactics within the penal system.
Fakt: The film's script was written by Ric Roman Waugh, a former stuntman, which influenced its intense action sequences. It was shot in just 24 days.


Wind River (2017)
Beschreibung: A tense, atmospheric crime thriller set in a snowy, isolated landscape, dealing with themes of justice, grief, and the harsh realities of life on a Native American reservation.
Fakt: The film was inspired by real-life cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women in the U.S. Taylor Sheridan wrote the script in just six days.
