Danny Dyer's 'Marching Powder' Receives Lukewarm Critical Reception

The film reunites Dyer with director Nick Love but struggles to balance comedy, social critique, and emotional depth.

Marching Powder follows Danny Dyer's character, Jack, a middle-aged man grappling with addiction and a hooligan lifestyle, as he faces a court-mandated ultimatum to turn his life around.
Critics note the film's heavy reliance on crude humor, including an overuse of offensive language, which detracts from its attempts at emotional resonance and character development.
Director Nick Love, known for past collaborations with Dyer, attempts to explore themes of addiction and the sustainability of hooligan culture but is criticized for shallow execution.
While Dyer's performance has been praised for its energy, the film's supporting characters and narrative depth have been described as underwhelming and inconsistent.
Produced by Rockstar Games, the movie incorporates elements of their signature irreverent humor but has polarized audiences, appealing primarily to fans of post-pub comedy and anti-woke satire.