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On the Edge (2001)

Original title: On the Edge

“A joyride through sex, love, and other activities.”

2001 · 1 h 25 min
Directed by John Carney · Ireland · British Cinema
DramaRomance

Cast

Cillian Murphy Tricia Vessey Martin Carney Paul Hickey Camille O'Sullivan Vincent Walsh

Credits

Written by: Daniel James

Plot

A suicidal young man in a Dublin psychiatric hospital befriends other patients who help him find a will to live.

Sinekatalog’s take

John Carney's drama, with Cillian Murphy, is sensitive and low-key, with a warm, humane touch.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

Ratings

IMDb: 6.9 / 10 (5,303 votes)
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