The Crying Game

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The Crying Game

R

Released Nov 25, 1992

1h 53m

Mystery & Thriller

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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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Critics Consensus

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Esra K

this is probably my favourite film of all time

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/16/24

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I want to know more about The Crying Game.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/05/23

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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

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Kris C

Not sure which will ruin your day more -- the horrible script/premise or the unwanted closeup of male genitalia.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

06/05/23

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michael d

Good early 90s staple.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

While this movie came across a bit dull at times it had good twists and surprises, and Miranda Richardson looked really good and attractive in the movie. I thought that the plot was set up well too and while some things weren't the most memorable, I also liked the acting.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/05/23

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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: Miramax Films, Live Video
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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