The Butcher Boy(1998)
Directed by: Neil Jordan
Comedy / Drama
MovieR1h 50m
The Butcher Boy (1998) has 2 catalogued editions, all on VHS, released in 1998.
VHS editions (2)
About the film
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: Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw
Production: Geffen Pictures, Butcher Boy Film Productions