---
title: "Sing Street"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sing-street-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 369557
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Sing Street (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sing-street-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Sing Street" is a musical comedy-drama about a young boy growing up in Dublin. The story takes place during the 1980s, a time period marked by significant cultural and social change. The boy's home life is described as strained, creating a challenging environment for him to navigate. In an effort to cope with his difficult circumstances, the boy turns to music, forming a band to achieve a specific goal. This goal is related to a girl he has developed feelings for, who is portrayed as mysterious. The film's setting and the boy's motivations provide the backdrop for a coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, creativity, and relationships.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Dublin teenager escapes his strained family life by starting a band to impress a girl."

### Why Watch
- features a musical journey set in the 1980s
- explores family life and teenage aspirations

### Caveats & Content Note
- family life is strained
- background includes difficult economic conditions in Ireland
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-13 and combines romance, drama, music, and comedy.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romance, drama, music, comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Carney
- **Networks / Studios**: Likely Story, FilmWave, Distressed Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ferdia Walsh-Peelo** as *Conor "Cosmo" Lawlor*
- **Lucy Boynton** as *Raphina*
- **Jack Reynor** as *Brendan Lawlor*
- **Ben Carolan** as *Darren*
- **Mark McKenna** as *Eamon*
- **Kelly Thornton** as *Ann Lawlor*
- **Maria Doyle Kennedy** as *Penny Lawlor*
- **Aidan Gillen** as *Robert Lawlor*
- **Ian Kenny** as *Barry*
- **Percy Chamburuka** as *Ngig*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
The film is set in Dublin, Ireland, during the 1980s.

### Q: What is the main character's motivation?
He escapes his strained family life by starting a band to impress a mysterious girl he likes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It encompasses romance, drama, music, and comedy.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
It was released on 04/15/2016.

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