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Angela's Ashes 1999

“The hopes of a mother. The dreams of a father. The fate of a child.”

★ 7.3/10 R Drama Released
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What is Angela's Ashes?

Angela's Ashes is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1999
Status
Released
Runtime
145 minutes
Release date
Dec 25, 1999
Studios
Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Genres
Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama

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Angela's Ashes is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A struggling Irish family battles poverty and hope in 1930s Limerick.”

Reasons to watch
  • Authentic adaptation of Frank McCourt’s memoir
  • Atmospheric depiction of 1930s Irish slums
  • Strong performances by Emily Watson and Robert Carlyle
Keep in mind
  • Depicts harsh poverty and alcoholism, which may be emotionally heavy
  • Length of 2h25 may feel slow for some viewers

Watch it if you appreciate character-driven period dramas that explore resilience amid hardship.

The film’s bleak portrayal of poverty and alcoholism makes it suitable for mature audiences.

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What source material does the film draw from?

It is based on the memoir 'Angela’s Ashes' by Frank McCourt.

Who directed the movie?

Alan Parker directed the 1999 adaptation.

When was the film released in the United States?

It was released on December 25, 1999 in the US.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately two hours and twenty‑five minutes.

Which actors appear in the cast?

The film stars Emily Watson, Robert Carlyle, Joe Breen, Ciaran Owens, and Michael Legge.

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