Danny Flynn (Daniel Day-Lewis), a promising Irish boxer who was imprisoned for 14 years at age 18 for associating with the IRA, returns to his Belfast neighborhood just as IRA leader Joe Hamill (Brian Cox) is trying to negotiate peace with the British. Despite wanting to return to boxing and stay out of trouble, Danny is drawn back into turmoil when he reunites with old girlfriend Maggie (Emily Watson), who's married to an imprisoned IRA man.
Only available on Netflix instant until tomorrow (4/1/12), had to take advantage. Compelling Irish drama with some amazing acting. Daniel Day Lewis is the definition of method acting. He just... more
Only available on Netflix instant until tomorrow (4/1/12), had to take advantage. Compelling Irish drama with some amazing acting. Daniel Day Lewis is the definition of method acting. He just transforms himself with each and every role he takes. He just looks so natural as a boxer, it's a joy to see his craft at work.
uses the cinematic story of boxing. (the working class method of rising up to greatness, even if you are only competing against yourself) to illuminate the troubles in Northern Ireland. For another... more
uses the cinematic story of boxing. (the working class method of rising up to greatness, even if you are only competing against yourself) to illuminate the troubles in Northern Ireland. For another take, you can look at the recent (and also excellent) 50 dead men walking, featuring a superb Ben Kingsley