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The Crying Game

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Irish Republican Army member Fergus (Stephen Rea) forms an unexpected bond with Jody (Forest Whitaker), a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude (Miranda Richardson) and Maguire (Adrian Dunbar). Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil (Jaye Davidson), in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.
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The Crying Game is famous for its shocking twist, but this thoughtful, haunting mystery grips the viewer from start to finish.

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Lynden Barber Sydney Morning Herald Here is a film that takes viewers on an unpredictable journey, tackling an ambitious variety of themes and ideas without ever losing the plot. Dec 14, 2023 Full Review Mick LaSalle San Francisco Chronicle Irish director Neil Jordan's compelling new film is both a political thriller and a love story, uniting various sexual and political currents into one dreamlike narrative. Rated: 3/4 Jan 11, 2023 Full Review David Ansen Newsweek A teasing, seductive intimacy immediately develops....The Crying Game is a very good movie indeed. It leaves one giddy. Feb 8, 2018 Full Review Russell Rhodes Birmingham Mail The Crying Game could well be called the Best of Neil Jordan since the Irish director has gathered together everything that's worked in his more successful films. Dec 14, 2023 Full Review Stephen Silver Tilt Magazine It’s hard to imagine a film in which the attitudes of today have changed how it plays, compared to the time when it came out (30th anniversary) Rated: 4/5 Dec 13, 2022 Full Review Wesley Lovell Cinema Sight Finding oneself in the midst of chaos forms the perfect metaphor in The Crying Game, a film that explores race, identity, sexuality, and perception during a tumultuous time in Ireland. Rated: 4/4 Nov 26, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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A.L.Jude P Peculiar interactions, somewhat surreal, which rendered this akin to other I.R.A dramas. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/22/25 Full Review Dani G I understand why it was such a thing when it came out. That story today would be just another one. But it's an ok film Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/05/25 Full Review Jason H In my opinion, this was the Best Picture of 1992. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/28/25 Full Review Esra K this is probably my favourite film of all time Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/24 Full Review Audience Member I want to know more about The Crying Game. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/05/23 Full Review Johann D. M 🏳️‍⚧️This 1992 thriller follows a member of the IRA, who has a brief but meaningful encounter with a British soldier who is being held prisoner by the group, and later develops an unexpected romantic relationship with the soldier's girlfriend. A very original and though-provoking story that would end up getting the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, out of other 5 nominations. The suspenseful film keeps the audience involved and when its famous 'shocking' twist comes, it is deeply engaging to see the main character forced to decide between what he wants and what his nature dictates he must do. Stephen Rea's acting is flawless and his nominations are very well deserved. As controversial as the film may be for its time of release or because of its portrayal of a transgender character from today's perspective, it has undoubtedly become a relevant film that needs to be seen and respected for its subject matter. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/29/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Neil Jordan

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Stephen Rea

Fergus

Miranda Richardson

Jude

Forest Whitaker

Jody

Jim Broadbent

Broadbent

Ralph Brown

Dave

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Synopsis Irish Republican Army member Fergus (Stephen Rea) forms an unexpected bond with Jody (Forest Whitaker), a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude (Miranda Richardson) and Maguire (Adrian Dunbar). Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil (Jaye Davidson), in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.
Director
Neil Jordan
Producer
Stephen Woolley
Screenwriter
Neil Jordan
Distributor
Live Video, Miramax Films
Production Co
British Screen Productions, Palace, Channel Four Films, Eurotrustees
Rating
R
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 25, 1992, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 21, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$60.7M
Runtime
1h 53m
Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby SR
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