Movie Overview
Movie Cast
Movie Summary & Key Moments
IMDb Rating
IMDb Rating: ⭐ 5.8/10
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IMDb ratings may change over time as users submit new ratings.
Storyline
Incendiary follows a young London mother whose life is shattered
after her husband and young son are killed in a terrorist bombing at a football
match.
Before the tragedy, the woman had been involved in a secret relationship with
journalist Jasper Black. The devastating attack leaves her struggling with
overwhelming grief, guilt and conflicting emotions.
As she tries to rebuild her life, she becomes involved with Terrence Butcher,
a police officer investigating the bombing. Their relationship becomes
complicated by the investigation and by the mother's continuing struggle to
understand what happened.
The film explores grief, guilt, betrayal, trauma, love and the search
for redemption while examining how a person attempts to rebuild a life
after an unimaginable tragedy. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Incendiary follows a young London mother whose life is shattered after her husband and young son are killed in a terrorist bombing at a football match.
Before the tragedy, the woman had been involved in a secret relationship with journalist Jasper Black. The devastating attack leaves her struggling with overwhelming grief, guilt and conflicting emotions.
As she tries to rebuild her life, she becomes involved with Terrence Butcher, a police officer investigating the bombing. Their relationship becomes complicated by the investigation and by the mother's continuing struggle to understand what happened.
The film explores grief, guilt, betrayal, trauma, love and the search for redemption while examining how a person attempts to rebuild a life after an unimaginable tragedy. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Facts & Trivia
- Incendiary is a 2008 British drama film.
- The film was written and directed by Sharon Maguire.
- It is based on the novel Incendiary by author Chris Cleave.
- The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2008.
- Michelle Williams plays the central character, credited as the Young Mother.
- Ewan McGregor plays journalist Jasper Black.
- Matthew Macfadyen plays investigator Terrence Butcher.
- Nicholas Gleaves plays Lenny, the mother's husband.
- The film's cinematography was handled by Ben Davis.
- The editing was handled by Valerio Bonelli.
- The music features compositions by Shigeru Umebayashi and Barrington Pheloung.
- The story focuses heavily on grief, guilt, trauma, betrayal and redemption.
- The film uses the aftermath of a terrorist attack to examine the psychological consequences of sudden personal loss.
- IMDb currently lists the film at 5.8/10. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Incendiary is a 2008 British drama film.
- The film was written and directed by Sharon Maguire.
- It is based on the novel Incendiary by author Chris Cleave.
- The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2008.
- Michelle Williams plays the central character, credited as the Young Mother.
- Ewan McGregor plays journalist Jasper Black.
- Matthew Macfadyen plays investigator Terrence Butcher.
- Nicholas Gleaves plays Lenny, the mother's husband.
- The film's cinematography was handled by Ben Davis.
- The editing was handled by Valerio Bonelli.
- The music features compositions by Shigeru Umebayashi and Barrington Pheloung.
- The story focuses heavily on grief, guilt, trauma, betrayal and redemption.
- The film uses the aftermath of a terrorist attack to examine the psychological consequences of sudden personal loss.
- IMDb currently lists the film at 5.8/10. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
FAQs About Incendiary
What is Incendiary about?
Incendiary follows a young mother whose husband and son are killed in a terrorist attack at a football match, leaving her struggling with grief, guilt and the consequences of her past.
When was Incendiary released?
The film was released in 2008 and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January of that year.
Who directed Incendiary?
Sharon Maguire directed and wrote the film.
Who stars in Incendiary?
The main cast includes Michelle Williams, Ewan McGregor and Matthew Macfadyen.
Who plays the Young Mother?
Michelle Williams portrays the central character, credited as the Young Mother.
Who plays Jasper Black?
Ewan McGregor plays journalist Jasper Black.
Who plays Terrence Butcher?
Matthew Macfadyen plays police investigator Terrence Butcher.
What is Incendiary based on?
The film is based on Chris Cleave's novel Incendiary.
What genre is Incendiary?
It is a drama, romance and thriller with strong psychological themes.
How long is Incendiary?
The IMDb-listed runtime is 96 minutes. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
What is the IMDb rating of Incendiary?
The current IMDb rating is 5.8/10. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
What are the main themes of Incendiary?
The film explores grief, guilt, trauma, betrayal, loss, love and redemption.
What is Incendiary about?
Incendiary follows a young mother whose husband and son are killed in a terrorist attack at a football match, leaving her struggling with grief, guilt and the consequences of her past.
When was Incendiary released?
The film was released in 2008 and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January of that year.
Who directed Incendiary?
Sharon Maguire directed and wrote the film.
Who stars in Incendiary?
The main cast includes Michelle Williams, Ewan McGregor and Matthew Macfadyen.
Who plays the Young Mother?
Michelle Williams portrays the central character, credited as the Young Mother.
Who plays Jasper Black?
Ewan McGregor plays journalist Jasper Black.
Who plays Terrence Butcher?
Matthew Macfadyen plays police investigator Terrence Butcher.
What is Incendiary based on?
The film is based on Chris Cleave's novel Incendiary.
What genre is Incendiary?
It is a drama, romance and thriller with strong psychological themes.
How long is Incendiary?
The IMDb-listed runtime is 96 minutes. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
What is the IMDb rating of Incendiary?
The current IMDb rating is 5.8/10. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
What are the main themes of Incendiary?
The film explores grief, guilt, trauma, betrayal, loss, love and redemption.