The Crying Game (1992)

Name: The Crying Game
Director: Neil Jordan
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1992-09-02
Duration: 1 h 52 min
Cast: Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Jaye Davidson, Forest Whitaker

Crime Drama Thriller

Director: Neil Jordan

Cast: Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Jaye Davidson, Forest Whitaker

Runtime112 min

Rating18

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Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, 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, directed by Neil Jordan in 1992, is a compelling blend of drama, thriller, and surprising twists that captivates audiences. Stephen Rea's nuanced performance anchors the film's exploration of identity, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships, making it a standout choice for fans of thoughtful, character-driven narratives.

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The Crying Game is a 1992 crime thriller film, written and directed by Neil Jordan, produced by Stephen Woolley and Nik Powell, and starring Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Jaye Davidson, Adrian Dunbar, Ralph Brown, and Forest Whitaker. The film explores themes of race, sex, gender, nationality, and sexuality against the backdrop of the Troubles in Northern Ireland.