Edwin Boyd: Citizen Gangster is a Canadian drama film, released in 2011. Written and directed by Nathan Morlando, the film stars Scott Speedman as Canadian gangster and folk hero Edwin Alonzo Boyd.

Based on the life story of Canada’s most famous criminal Edwin Boyd, a WWII vet and family man turned bank robber. Dismayed by public indifference towards veterans and humiliated by his inability to fulfill his dream of being a Hollywood star or provide for family, Eddie is desperate and starts to rob banks. But what starts as friendly and flirtatious robberies, performed while wearing thick makeup, evolves over time into a career that leads him down a path of danger and tragedy.

Awards

WINNER: Toronto International Film Festival(2011): Best Canadian First Feature Film

Reviews

“…first-time writer-director Nathan Morlando shows commendable focus (even Cox dials it down), and his movie's modest aspirations nicely reflect the condition in which Boyd, his damaged charisma spent, finally thrives.” – Village Voice

“Morlando, in his debut feature, shows some skill behind the camera. The film looks good for an independent, with a cold grey palette, good looking cinematography, and a solid score by Max Richter (Perfect Sense).” – DVD Verdict