The Cinema Nerd on Instagram: "Bronson (2008), directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, is a stylized biographical drama based on the life of Michael Peterson, better known by his self-given name, Charles Bronson, one of Britain’s most violent and notorious prisoners. The film turns his story into a surreal, theatrical character study, blending dark humor, violence, and performance art to explore identity and fame within confinement. Tom Hardy delivers a career-defining performance, completely transfor

Movies & Shows on Instagram: "Based on the true story of Michael Gordon Peterson, Britain’s most violent prisoner, Bronson (2008) stars Tom Hardy in a raw, explosive performance. Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, the film blends brutal realism with theatrical surrealism — turning violence into art and madness into philosophy. 🎬 Bronson (2008) Genre: Crime, Biography, Drama Director: Nicolas Winding Refn Hardy gained over 40 pounds of muscle for the role, fully embodying Peterson’s unpredictable