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25th Mar2025

‘Legacy’ DVD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Tony Curl, Adam Templar, Ian Griggs, Shaun Stone, Dave Courtney, Bobby Robertson, Shantel Page, Melly Myers | Written and Directed by Dan Brothers

Legacy, written, produced and directed by Dan Brothers, is a crime drama that dives deep into the world of the Saviour family as they fight to protect their legacy from those who would take it from them. The film focuses on Rob Saviour (Tony Curl) who finds himself caught in a dangerous struggle against external threats. With additional performances from Dave Courtney and Richard Smith, the film attempts to weave a tense, action-driven story of loyalty, crime, and consequences.

From the moment Legacy started, I could see that it had an ambitious story at its core. There’s an intriguing concept here – one that explores how a secret life in the underworld can have far-reaching and devastating effects on not just the individual but everyone around them. The film moves at a fast pace, never lingering too long on any one moment, which helps maintain a certain level of excitement throughout. It’s clear that the filmmakers had a passion for the material and wanted to bring something thrilling to the screen.

That being said, Legacy is far from perfect. While I appreciated the effort that went into making this film, there were some noticeable flaws that held it back. The acting felt wooden at times, with some performances therefore feeling rather unnatural; which meant I struggled to connect with a few of the characters because the actor’s delivery lacked emotional resonance. Some scenes that should have felt intense or dramatic ended up falling flat due to stilted dialogue and unconvincing performances.

Another area where the film stumbled was in its technical execution. The sound quality, in particular, was inconsistent, which occasionally made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. The production values were clearly limited, which isn’t necessarily a dealbreaker—plenty of low-budget films overcome these constraints with strong storytelling—but in this case, some of the technical shortcomings distracted from the experience. Better sound design and a more refined approach to cinematography could have elevated the film significantly.

Despite these drawbacks, I can appreciate what Legacy was trying to achieve. It’s a story about family, loyalty, and the dangers of getting caught up in a world you can’t control. While it didn’t completely hit the mark for me, I respect the ambition behind it. For those who enjoy crime dramas and don’t mind a few rough edges in indie filmmaking, it might still be worth checking out. But if you’re looking for polished performances and high production quality, this one might leave you wanting more.