Vicious Circle (1999 film)

Vicious Circle is a 1999 British crime drama film directed by David Blair. The film stars Eddie O'Connell, Jonathan Pryce, and Emily Woof.

The plot centers around a young man, Lee (Eddie O'Connell), who gets caught up in a dangerous web of organized crime after stealing money from a local gangster. He finds himself increasingly trapped in a "vicious circle" of violence, debt, and betrayal, struggling to escape the consequences of his actions. Pryce plays the menacing crime boss, and Woof portrays a woman caught between Lee and the criminal underworld.

The film is notable for its bleak and gritty depiction of London's criminal underbelly. It explores themes of poverty, desperation, and the difficulty of breaking free from destructive cycles. While not a blockbuster, Vicious Circle received some critical attention for its performances and realistic portrayal of urban crime. It contributed to the genre of British crime films that gained prominence in the late 1990s.