

Information
Release DateFebruary 20, 1998
Runtime1h 50m
StatusReleased
Revenue$5M
ProductionGeffen Pictures, Butcher Boy Film Productions
LanguagesIrish, English
6.8
119 votesPopularity1
Synopsis
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
Cast & Crew
Director

Featured Cast

Eamonn Owens
Francie Brady
Alan Boyle
Joe Purcell

Fiona Shaw
Mrs. Nugent

Stephen Rea
Da Brady

Ian Hart
Uncle Arlo