Brother is a 2023 Canadian drama film directed by Clement Virgo, based on the novel by David Chariandy. The film explores the complex relationship between two brothers, Francis and Michael, growing up in 1990s Scarborough, Ontario.
Synopsis:
The film follows the lives of Francis and Michael as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, family, and community. Francis, the older brother, is a charismatic and protective figure, while Michael is more introspective and sensitive. As tensions rise in their neighborhood, the brothers become increasingly involved in a dangerous world of violence and crime.
Characters:
- Francis: The older brother, a charismatic and protective figure.
- Michael: The younger brother, more introspective and sensitive.
- Ruth: The brothers’ mother, a hardworking immigrant.
Production Information:
- Director: Clement Virgo
- Writer: Clement Virgo
- Based on: Brother by David Chariandy
- Starring: Aaron Pierre, Lamar Johnson, Marsha Stephanie Blake
- Cinematography: Kaity Willson
- Music: Joel Plaskett
- Production Companies: Elevation Pictures, Sphere Media Plus
- Distributed by: Elevation Pictures
- Release Date: March 17, 2023
- Runtime: 1 hour 59 minutes
- Genre: Drama
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
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