Synopsis
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.
Facts
Based on
The Butcher Boy
Awards
European Film Award for Best Cinematographer, National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Setting
Ireland
Production
The Butcher Boy Film Production
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Fantasmagoría - Festival de Cine Fantástico y de Terror de Medellín 2025 - Muestra Central – Los Infantes Terribles
- Berlin International Film Festival 1998 generic
- Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards 1998 generic
- National Board of Review 1998 generic
- Telluride Film Festival 1997 generic
