What is Four Lions?
Four Lions is a film first released in 2010. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- May 7, 2010
- Studios
- Film4 Productions, Wild Bunch, Optimum Releasing
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Drama
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Overview
Four Lions is a film first released in 2010. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Film4 Productions, Wild Bunch, Optimum Releasing. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A darkly comic farce about British jihadists whose lofty dreams implode in chaotic hilarity.”
- Sharp political satire
- Engaging ensemble performances
- Thought‑provoking blend of humor and drama
- May offend due to extremist subject matter
- Tone can shift between comedy and grim
Watch it if you enjoy dark humor that tackles serious political themes with a satirical edge.
The film uses dark comedy to explore terrorism, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What genre does Four Lions belong to?
Four Lions is classified as a comedy, crime, and drama film that blends dark humor with political satire.
Is Four Lions based on real events?
The story is presented as a plausible farce, not a documentary of actual events.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and thirty‑seven minutes.
Does the film contain graphic violence?
It addresses extremist themes in a satirical manner, with limited explicit violence.
Is the film appropriate for younger viewers?
Its dark comedic treatment of terrorism makes it best suited for mature audiences.
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