The Butcher Boy
Description
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.
Stars
Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea, Ian Hart
Runtime
110 minutes
Release Date
February 20, 1998
Rating
6.8/10 (121 votes)