Song for a Raggy Boy

by Subotica Entertainment

Synopsis
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Synopsis

Based on a true story, ‘Song for a Raggy Boy’ is the tale of one man’s courage to stand up and fight the regime of a boys’ Catholic Reform School in 1939 Ireland.

William Franklin’s story is a powerful and dramatic journey from the bullet riddled streets of Madrid during the Spanish Civil War to the confined walls of a Reformatory School. He soon witnesses the priests systematic cruelty and abuse of the boys. A beautifully staged period piece brought to life by critically acclaimed performances, ‘Song for a Raggy Boy’ is a film dedicated to the importance of hope and self-belief in even the most difficult of circumstances.

Reviews

Remarkably powerful, heartbreaking drama. A superb achievement.

Irish Times, Michael Dwyer

A great film made brilliant by the sheer power of the acting. Aidan Quinn and Iain Glen are magnificent.

An absorbing, affecting drama.

Variety

Awards

International Awards – 14 wins & 6 nominations including:

Irish Film And Television Awards 2004:
Won Best Cinematography (Peter Robertson)
Nominated Best Film Director (Aisling Walsh)
Nominated Best Actor in a Film (Aidan Quinn)
Nominated Best Irish Film

Amiens International Film Festival 2003:
Audience Award Best Feature Film
Golden Unicorn Best Feature Film

Copenhagen International Film Festival 2003:
Won Best Film