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Danny Boy

R 1982 1h 32m Mystery & Thriller List
Reviews 22% Audience Score Fewer than 50 Ratings
A saxophonist (Stephen Rea) in Ireland picks up a gun for revenge after witnessing the murders of his manager and a bystander. Read More Read Less

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Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com This melancholy revenge drama showcases Jordan's enduring muse Stephen Rea, as well as themes he'd continue to enhance in subsequent features. Rated: 3/5 Oct 20, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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william k Compelling drama set amidst the topic of the Northern Ireland Troubles is an atmospheric character study (Stephen Rea excellent as the saxophonist/killer) amongst some great Irish settings. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review joe m I couldn't really make it through this film very well since the subtitles were cut off. Yet, from what a was able to glean, the movie tells the story of gay Greek guy who hooks up with a lover who turns out to be an abuser and a user. Family, work, police and relationship problems all ensue. Ground breaking for 1982, but now it just comes off as 'been there, seen that'. I didn't find the acting and story arc compelling - plus at nearly two hours, too long, it would have benefited from some editing. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 03/06/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A saxophonist (Stephen Rea) in Ireland picks up a gun for revenge after witnessing the murders of his manager and a bystander.
Director
Neil Jordan
Producer
John Boorman
Screenwriter
Neil Jordan
Production Co
Bord Scannan Na hEireann, Channel Four Films
Rating
R
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 5, 2017
Runtime
1h 32m