Adapted from Roy Minton’s highly controversial play about the cruelty and violence that takes place in a correction centre for young offenders. The film powerfully portrays one man’s struggle against all odds to be the ‘top dog’ or ‘daddy’, in a system that is intent on breaking his spirit. Ray Winstone is a revelation as Carlin, in his break-through role.

Directed by: Alan Clarke

Starring: Ray Winstone, Mick Ford