Bull

Bull is a mysterious, seemingly unstoppable enforcer who returns to avenge a decade of betrayal. His violence is methodical and driven by a personal code, yet the film hints at a supernatural rebirth that separates him from ordinary men. He remains silent for much of the film, his black eyes signaling a altered, almost mythic nature. His mission to avenge his past ultimately defines his existence in the present.

Gemma is Bull’s wife who cheats with Gary and uses heroin, destabilizing the household and triggering Norm’s ruthless plan. Her actions pull Bull deeper into the cycle of violence and sabotage family ties. She becomes a central pawn in a deadly power play between rival factions. Her vulnerability and choices contribute to the tragedy that unfolds around Aiden.

Norm is a ruthless gang leader and Bull’s father-in-law, motivated by financial gain and control over the drug trade. He orchestrates abduction and punishment to force Gemma into aligning with him, escalating the violence. His manipulation extends to marshalling others to carry out brutal acts, reflecting his thirst for power. He ultimately becomes a target in Bull’s relentless pursuit of revenge.

Aiden is Bull’s son, traumatized by his father’s demise and drawn into the consequences of the violence surrounding him. His path is marked by fear, vulnerability, and later drug exposure as a coping mechanism. He becomes a symbol of Bull’s collateral damage and the motive behind Bull’s protectionist actions. The story ends with Aiden’s future left precarious and uncertain.

Gary is Gemma’s lover and a member of the gang, whose involvement with Gemma and the drug trade fuels the conflict. His actions contribute to the chain of betrayals that spur Bull’s vengeance. He is a target of Bull’s ruthless interrogation and a casualty in the cycle of violence.

Marco is one of the gangsters involved in Bull’s past betrayal and becomes a direct target of Bull’s retribution. His role embodies the financial and criminal networks that underpin the gang’s power. He represents the consequences of the past decisions that haunt Bull.

Clive is a reluctant gang member forced into collaboration with Bull to lure Gary out, showing the limits of loyalty under extreme pressure. He later becomes a caretaker figure for his own children as the violence spirals out of control. His complicity and remorse illustrate the moral gray areas of the criminal world.

Marge is Bull’s mother, a casualty of Norm’s brutal regime who endures tortures and fear as the gang seeks information. Her relationship with Bull showcases the personal stakes of gang violence and the price paid by families. Her fate underscores the film’s brutal, unflinching tone.

The vicar appears as a key figure in the church scene, providing a quiet, moral counterpoint to the violence outside. He represents a glimmer of humanity and a possible path to redemption for Aiden, even as Bull’s presence unsettles the sacred space. His role emphasizes the clash between vengeance and mercy.