Our Boys (1981)
Mixing classroom dramatization with documentary material, interviews with former students who recall barbaric punishments in the name of learning, and a 1932 newsreel of a triumphant Catholic congress in Dublin, this piece poses a challenging and controversial exploration of the Christian Brothers' education system in the 50s.
Director: Cathal Black
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 42 min
Release Date: January 1, 1981
Cast
- Archie O'Sullivan - Brother
- Mick Lally - Brother
- Noel O'Donovan - Brother
- Ciarán Hinds - Brother
- Vinnie McCabe - Brother
- Séamus Ellis - Brother
- George Keegan - Brother
- Paul Bennett - Brother
- Brendan Ellis - Politician
- Jimmy Brennan - Politician
Screenplay
Music: Bill Sommerville-Large
Production: Cathal Black Productions
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
dublin, ireland, independent film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Our Boys about?
- Mixing classroom dramatization with documentary material, interviews with former students who recall barbaric punishments in the name of learning, and a 1932 newsreel of a triumphant Catholic congress in Dublin, this piece poses a challenging and controversial exploration of the Christian Brothers' education system in the 50s.
- Who directed Our Boys?
- Our Boys was directed by Cathal Black.
- Who stars in Our Boys?
- Our Boys stars Archie O'Sullivan, Mick Lally, Noel O'Donovan, Ciarán Hinds, Vinnie McCabe, Séamus Ellis.
- How long is Our Boys?
- Our Boys has a runtime of 42m (42 minutes).
- What genre is Our Boys?
- Our Boys is a Drama film.
- Where was Our Boys produced?
- Our Boys was produced in Ireland.