Animal Kingdom

(2010)

In the intense crime drama Animal Kingdom released in 2010, we follow a seventeen-year-old named Joshua J Cody, who finds himself caught between a dangerous criminal family and a detective who believes he can rescue him. J's mother overdoses on heroin, leading him to seek refuge with his estranged relatives, known for their criminal activities.

J's grandmother, Smurf, heads the family, and her four sons - Pope, Craig, Darren, and the tenacious Baz - are deeply entangled in Melbourne's underground crime scene. Although wary of his family's illicit doings, J is drawn further into their world as he witnesses their violent behavior and manipulative tactics. On the other hand, Detective Nathan Leckie, determined to bring down the Cody family, takes an interest in J's situation and persuades him to act as an informant.

As J navigates through this treacherous environment, he must make tough decisions to ensure his survival and protect those he cares about. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and power struggles, as J becomes a pawn in a dangerous game between his blood relatives and the relentless detective.

Animal Kingdom captivates viewers with its gritty portrayal of an Australian crime family and the psychological tension between J and the detective. This suspenseful and chilling thriller keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the shocking climax.