The Grass Arena (1992)
The Grass Arena is based on the autobiography of John Healy. Raised in an strongly religious family, with an abusive father, John soon learns that he has to defend himself. Growing into adulthood he takes up boxing, but soon falls victim to alcoholism. His boxing career over, John takes to the Grass Arena (the park) where he lives with other alcoholics. Prison time introduces him to a new and unexpected path.
Director: Gillies MacKinnon
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: January 19, 1992
Cast
- Mark Rylance - John Healy
- Pete Postlethwaite - The Dipper
- Lynsey Baxter - Madalena
- Marian McLoughlin - Mrs. Healy
- Billy Boyle - Mr. Healy
- Ronan Vibert - Charles Fieldhouse
- Clive Russell - Mac
- Julian Firth - Bates
- Paddy Joyce - Kelly
- Gerard Horan - The Sham
Screenplay
- Frank Deasy (Screenplay)
- John Healy (Book)
Editing: Michael Parker
Production: BBC Film
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Gillies MacKinnon
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Grass Arena about?
- The Grass Arena is based on the autobiography of John Healy. Raised in an strongly religious family, with an abusive father, John soon learns that he has to defend himself. Growing into adulthood he takes up boxing, but soon falls victim to alcoholism. His boxing career over, John takes to the Grass Arena (the park) where he lives with other alcoholics. Prison time introduces him to a new and unexpected path.
- Who directed The Grass Arena?
- The Grass Arena was directed by Gillies MacKinnon.
- Who stars in The Grass Arena?
- The Grass Arena stars Mark Rylance, Pete Postlethwaite, Lynsey Baxter, Marian McLoughlin, Billy Boyle, Ronan Vibert.
- How long is The Grass Arena?
- The Grass Arena has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Grass Arena?
- The Grass Arena is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Grass Arena produced?
- The Grass Arena was produced in United Kingdom.