The Gentlemen (2019)
The film revolves around Mickey Pearson (Matthew McConaughey), an American expatriate in London who has built a vast marijuana empire. Mickey plans to retire and sell his business to billionaire Matthew Berger for $400 million. However, his announcement sets off a chain of events as various factions, including rivals and criminals, attempt to seize his empire.
As Mickey negotiates the sale, chaos ensues when Dry Eye (Henry Golding), a rival gangster, makes a bold move to take over the empire. Simultaneously, Mickeyโs wife, Rosalind (Michelle Dockery), showcases her strength and cunning in dealing with threats. The story unfolds through the narration of private investigator Fletcher (Hugh Grant), who attempts to blackmail Mickeyโs right-hand man, Ray (Charlie Hunnam), by revealing his discoveries.
Coach (Colin Farrell), an unconventional boxing trainer, becomes entangled in the drama when his protรฉgรฉs accidentally raid one of Mickeyโs drug labs and post the footage online. Although initially reluctant, Coach becomes a valuable ally in helping Ray and Mickey regain control of the situation. The charactersโ plans and betrayals intertwine in unexpected ways, adding layers of intrigue and humor.
In the climax, Mickey thwarts Dry Eyeโs schemes and uncovers the mastermind behind the betrayals: Matthew Berger. Mickey regains control of his empire and ensures that his enemies face justice, using both wit and brutality. The film concludes with Fletcherโs failed blackmail attempt and Rayโs decisive handling of threats, leaving Mickey and Rosalind to enjoy their hard-earned peace.
