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The Town (film)
NameThe Town
CaptionTheatrical release poster
DirectorBen Affleck
ProducerGraham King, Basil Iwanyk
WriterPeter Craig, Ben Affleck, Aaron Stockard
Based onPrince of Thieves, Chuck Hogan
StarringBen Affleck, Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm, Jeremy Renner, Blake Lively, Titus Welliver, Pete Postlethwaite, Chris Cooper
MusicHarry Gregson-Williams, David Buckley
CinematographyRobert Elswit
EditingDylan Tichenor
StudioLegendary Pictures, GK Films, Thunder Road Pictures
DistributorWarner Bros. Pictures
Released2010, 09, 08, Toronto International Film Festival, 2010, 09, 17, United States
Runtime125 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$37 million
Gross$154 million

The Town (film) is a 2010 American crime thriller directed by and starring Ben Affleck. Co-written by Affleck, Peter Craig, and Aaron Stockard, the film is an adaptation of Chuck Hogan's 2004 novel Prince of Thieves. Set primarily in the Charlestown neighborhood of Boston, the narrative follows a seasoned bank robber whose life becomes complicated when he falls for a witness to one of his crew's heists, all while a determined FBI agent closes in.

Plot

Doug MacRay, the leader of a proficient crew of bank robbers in Charlestown, takes bank manager Claire Keesey hostage during a heist. After releasing her unharmed, he surveils her and initiates a romantic relationship to ensure her silence, unaware his volatile partner James Coughlin wants her eliminated. As their relationship deepens, Doug plans one final score to escape his criminal life and his ties to local crime boss Fergus "Fergie" Colm, while FBI Special Agent Adam Frawley meticulously builds a case against the crew. The climax unfolds during a meticulously planned robbery at Fenway Park, leading to violent confrontations, betrayals, and a final chance for redemption.

Cast

* Ben Affleck as Doug MacRay, the strategic leader of the robbery crew. * Rebecca Hall as Claire Keesey, a bank manager who becomes Doug's love interest. * Jon Hamm as Adam Frawley, the tenacious FBI agent pursuing the crew. * Jeremy Renner as James Coughlin, Doug's impulsive and violent best friend. * Blake Lively as Krista Coughlin, James' sister and Doug's former girlfriend. * Titus Welliver as Dino Ciampa, a corrupt Boston Police Department detective. * Pete Postlethwaite as Fergus "Fergie" Colm, a ruthless local florist and crime boss. * Chris Cooper as Stephen MacRay, Doug's incarcerated father.

Production

Development began when Warner Bros. Pictures acquired the rights to Chuck Hogan's novel. Ben Affleck, following his directorial debut with Gone Baby Gone, was hired to direct, co-write, and star. Principal photography commenced in Boston in August 2009, with key locations including Charlestown, the North End, and Fenway Park. Affleck emphasized authenticity, casting locals and consulting with former criminals. Cinematographer Robert Elswit and composer Harry Gregson-Williams were key creative collaborators.

Release

The film premiered at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2010. Warner Bros. Pictures gave it a wide theatrical release in the United States on September 17, 2010. Marketing highlighted its Boston setting and Affleck's return to directing. It was later released on DVD and Blu-ray in December 2010.

Reception

The film received positive reviews from critics, who praised Affleck's direction, the tense heist sequences, and the performances, particularly Jeremy Renner's. It holds an approval rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics from The New York Times and The Boston Globe commended its authentic portrayal of Boston. The film was a commercial success, grossing $154 million worldwide against a $37 million budget.

Accolades

The film received several award nominations, highlighting its critical recognition. Jeremy Renner was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and a corresponding Screen Actors Guild Award. The film also earned nominations from the Writers Guild of America Award and the Broadcast Film Critics Association. The National Board of Review named it one of the Top Ten Films of 2010.

Category:2010 films Category:American crime thriller films Category:Films directed by Ben Affleck Category:Warner Bros. films