Broken Law is an Irish crime drama film that was released in 2020. The film was directed by Paddy Slattery and written by Slattery and Clare Dunne. It stars Tristan Heanue as Dave Connolly, an honest and hardworking member of the Garda Síochána who is faced with a difficult dilemma when he discovers that his brother Joe (Graham Earley) has returned to Dublin and is involved in a dangerous criminal enterprise.
Dave has always been the responsible one in his family, while Joe has a history of getting into trouble with the law. Despite this, Dave has always remained loyal to his brother, even after he was sent to prison for robbery. When Joe is released from prison, he finds himself in debt to a ruthless gangster named Derra (John Connors) and is forced to assist him in a heist that goes wrong.
As Dave investigates the heist, he discovers that his brother is involved and is torn between his loyalty to his family and his duty to uphold the law. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself caught up in a dangerous web of corruption and violence that threatens to destroy his career and his life.
The film explores themes of family loyalty, justice, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. It features intense action sequences, strong performances from its cast, and a gritty, realistic depiction of contemporary Dublin. Overall, Broken Law is a gripping crime drama that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.