Sharp and snappy dialogue, surprising emotional weight, and the perfect and crucial casting of Eamoon Owens (who completely owns the screen) create an unforgettable character study; dark, funny, and full of life.
Unique to it's core, and one of Jordan 's best films.
This review of The Butcher Boy (1998) was written by Christine M on 15 May 2011.
The Butcher Boy has generally received positive reviews.
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