Three teenage brothers, gang-member Bobby, troubled mama's boy Charlie and self-assured prankster Lex, reside in a downtrodden section of Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1968. But while Bobby and Charlie are beginning to experience the power of raging hormones, the story focuses on Lex, who begins a downward spiral after he .. Read more
| Starring | Clare Higgins, Ian McElhinney, Iain Robertson, Kevin McKidd |
|---|---|
| Director | Gillies Mackinnon |
| Genres | Drama |
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Three teenage brothers, gang-member Bobby, troubled mama's boy Charlie and self-assured prankster Lex, reside in a downtrodden section of Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1968. But while Bobby and Charlie are beginning to experience the power of raging hormones, the story focuses on Lex, who begins a downward spiral after he accidentally shoots the leader of Bobby's gang. Lex's cockiness and immaturity unfortunately prevent him from understanding the effect his subsequent crimes will have on both himself, and on those around him. Brutally candid.
| Starring | Clare Higgins, Ian McElhinney, Iain Robertson, Kevin McKidd, Joe McFadden |
|---|---|
| Director | Gillies Mackinnon |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 44 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 1996 To Rent: DVD: not available To Buy: DVD: 30 Jun 2003 |
"...One of the great Scottish evocations of youth....Consummately crafted, surprisingly delicately acted by its young cast..."
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Technically-unskilled, dramatically effective. Memorable.
As a kid I was in awe of this film for its exciting gangland depiction of Glasgow. Watching it again recently its flaws are obvious. In general, the dialogue is... read more »
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Grim and evocative
No, it's not the greatest film of all time, but it evokes a time, a place and a way of life with heart and humour. Give it a go.
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Glasgow gangs
Story of a youth from a deprived Glasgow area. His reckless actions lead to an involvement with the gang culture and a series of tragedies. I would have ... read more »
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Dull, almost Dissapointing
I dont pretend to claim to know what gang culture is like in the parts of Glasgow refered to in this film, however i am sure it is not like this film protrays ... read more »
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