When was The Butcher Boy released?
The Butcher Boy was released on February 20, 1998.
The Butcher Boy
1998 · 110 min
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The Butcher Boy is a movie from Ireland, released on February 20, 1998.
The film runs 110 minutes.
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.
Details
- Year
- 1998
- Country
- Ireland
- Genres
- Comedy and Drama
- Runtime
- 110 min
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Cast
Eamonn Owens
A
Alan Boyle
Fiona Shaw
Stephen Rea
Ian Hart
Peter Gowen
Sean McGinley
Aisling O'Sullivan
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How long is The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy runs 110 minutes.
Where was The Butcher Boy produced?
The Butcher Boy was produced in Ireland.
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