Art of Cinema on Instagram: "Charles Bronson, whom the film is based on, wasn’t allowed to see it at first but said if his mother liked it, that was enough. Director Nicolas Winding Refn said Bronson’s mother loved the film. In 2011, Bronson finally saw it and called it “theatrical, creative and brilliant.”Bronson shaved off his famous moustache and sent it to Tom Hardy, who played him, to create an authentic look. Refn wasn’t allowed to meet Bronson in person but had two phone calls. Hardy met

Movies & Shows on Instagram: "Tom Hardy met Charles Bronson in prison to prepare for the role — and the real Bronson later called the film “theatrical, creative and brilliant.” Hardy studied Bronson’s voice, mannerisms, and physicality directly from him, transforming his body to match the infamous prisoner’s intimidating presence. After the film’s release, Hardy was banned from further visits due to their intense connection. 🎬 Bronson (2008) Genre: Crime, Biography, Drama Follow @scenesbit for