Our Boys
Originally released in 1981. Our Boys is a drama film. directed by Cathal Black. At just 42 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Archie O'Sullivan, Mick Lally, and Noel O'Donovan
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
0h 42m
42 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cathal Black Productions
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 congr...
Who directed Our Boys?
Our Boys was directed by Cathal Black.
How long is Our Boys?
Our Boys has a runtime of 0 hours and 42 minutes (42 minutes total).
When was Our Boys released?
Our Boys was released on January 1, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Our Boys?
The main cast of Our Boys includes Archie O'Sullivan, Mick Lally, Noel O'Donovan, Ciarán Hinds, Vinnie McCabe.