The Butcher Boy
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.
Top Billed Cast
Eamonn Owens
Francie Brady
Alan Boyle
Joe Purcell
Fiona Shaw
Mrs. Nugent
Stephen Rea
Da Brady
Ian Hart
Uncle Arlo
Featured Crew
Neil Jordan
Screenplay
Neil Jordan
Director
Pat McCabe
Screenplay
Sandy Powell
Costume Design
Gerry Grennell
Dialogue Coach
Charmian Hoare
Dialogue Coach
Neil Jordan
Executive Producer
Josie MacAvin
Set Decoration
Elliot Goldenthal
Original Music Composer
Pat McCabe
Novel
Stephen Woolley
Producer
Redmond Morris
Producer
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