Shank

Shank is a youth-based action film, set in a decaying future london 2015. The film starts with Junior (Kedar Williams-Stirling) and his brother Rager's gang, making a plan of stealing the goods. When they find the goods, they steal them, as The Souljahs show up and take their goods, giving chase, until they have Junior cornered alone. As they move to stab Junior, Rager reappears and saves him, unaware that the gang leader is behind him, waiting to attack. While he is on the floor, Junior leaves the scene of the crime while The Souljahs beat Rager, before abandoning him to die. Junior, now alone, attracts the attention of Rager's gang and aids the central members. Kickz, Craze and Sweet Boy in devising a plan with which to avenge Rager's death. He also finds a similar gang, one of whom has been "shanked" by Tugz, leading them to also seek revenge and working as a full gang together to take revenge. 

Background

Shank is set in a decaying future London, where territory is controlled by roving gangs, who battle over control of food.

synopsis

From the distributor of Kidulthood comes Shank, the hottest, most controversial, action-packed thriller of the year.

It's London 2015 and merciless gang warfare dominates the decaying capital.

The Paper Chaserz stay clear of trouble, but when a conflict with a rival gang gets out of control they find themselves in a terrifying chase across the danger-filled streets of London, risking their lives in search of revenge.

Featuring the UK's hottest grime artist Bashy, Adam Deacon (KiDULTHOOD, ADULTHOOD), the stunning Kaya Scodelario (SKINS) and exclusive live performances from Tempa T and D Double E, Shank is an adrenaline fuelled ride like no other.