The Butcher Boy (20/02/1998)
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.
Production
Geffen Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Pays de production
Ireland
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Eamonn Owens
Fiona Shaw
Stephen Rea
Ian Hart
Peter Gowen
Sean McGinley
