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"North v South" is a 2015 British crime thriller film directed by Steven Nesbit. The movie stars Freema Agyeman as the lead character, a journalist named Louise, along with Judith Alexander and Keith Allen in supporting roles. The film is set in North and South England and tells the story of two rival gangs who clash over control of the drug trade.

The story of the movie centers around two individuals from different backgrounds, Lee and Joanne. The first half of the movie introduces Lee, a young man from the North of England who wishes to join a gang to elevate his social status. He gets recruited by a drug lord named Gully Douglas, played by Keith Allen. His first assignment is to deliver a package to a club in the South of England. Lee's journey to the South is where he meets Joanne, a young woman from a wealthy family. They soon become friends, and Joanne invites Lee to a party celebrating her father’s birthday.

During the party, Lee gets into a fight with one of Joanne's wealthy friends after making a conversation about social classifications. This altercation sets in motion the rivalry between North and South that leads to a sequence of rapid events. The second half of the movie introduces the battle between the North and South, leading to murders, betrayals, and the involvement of the police.

Meanwhile, Louise, the protagonist, is investigating the drug war and uncovers a connection between the gangs and high-ranking police officers. Her investigation leads her to suspect that these officers may be involved in the street war between the North and South, making her a target for both sides.

"North v South" is an intense thriller with a lot of fast-paced action and chase sequences. The cast, with solid performances from the leads, keep you hooked on to the plot until the end of it. The film also features an immense amount of violence, which might make it unsuitable for younger viewers. It is rated 15 in the UK, which indicates that only those aged 15 and above are allowed to watch the movie.

The rivalry between the North and South that escalates into a drug war seems to be a commentary on the class and social divisions in the UK. The divisions between North and South England is a longstanding debate that has always been a topic of discussion amongst historians and politicians. The director appears to have made an attempt to bring this debate to the forefront through this film.

The film also touches upon issues of police corruption and their involvement in drug wars, shedding light on the reality of such matters in modern society. It is a powerful commentary, making you think about these aspects even after the movie ends.

Overall, "North v South" is a gripping and thrilling movie that boasts of an incredibly talented cast to tell a compelling story. It deals with social issues like class divide, police corruption, and societal pressures that lead people to make the choices they make, making it a relevant and timely movie.

North V South is a 2017 crime movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.1.