A Prayer for the Dying
Director: Mike Hodges
Actors: Mickey Rourke, Bob Hoskins, Alan Bates
PlotMartin Fallon, an Irish Republican Army (IRA) member, becomes disillusioned with the violent tactics of his group after a bomb he plants unintentionally kills a busload of schoolchildren. Seeking to escape the cycle of violence, Fallon flees to London, hoping to start anew. However, his past continues to haunt him as his former associates and local gangsters press him for one last job. Fallon struggles with his desire to leave the life of crime while facing threats from those who want to exploit his deadly skills.
As Fallon tries to find redemption, he crosses paths with Father Da Costa, a compassionate priest who provides him with a temporary safe haven. Da Costa becomes a reluctant confidant and moral compass for Fallon, challenging him to seek forgiveness and change his ways. Meanwhile, a determined London police officer named Inspector Miller begins to track Fallon, believing he has a crucial role in a complex web of criminal activities. Fallon's journey is fraught with moral dilemmas and intense confrontations as he navigates a treacherous underworld, attempting to break free from his violent past and find peace amidst chaos.
Writers: Jack Higgins, Edmund Ward, Martin Lynch
Release Date: 11 Sep 1987
Runtime: 107 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
"A Prayer for the Dying" is flawed yet compelling, with notable performances by Rourke and Hoskins, supported by a top-notch AV presentation and decent extras.
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