The read
It runs a compact 1h 24m.
Synopsis
Rats is released from prison and needs to make some money; fast. To his dismay, things have changed dramatically during his absence; his mother no longer has time for him and his ex-bandmates alike. He wishes to help donate towards his obese aunt's trip to Lourdes. He struggles to find a job, yet never fails to find himself in a difficult situation.
Ratings
IMDb6.3/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Ian FitzgibbonDirector
- Ian FitzgibbonWriter
- Michael McElhattonWriter
- John McPhillipsOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Michael McElhattonRats
- Simon DelaneyKeith
- Liam CarneyGerry
- Peter McDonaldTomo
- Bronagh GallagherTeresa
- Maria Doyle KennedyAnastasia
- George KearnsBlades
- Kathy DownesSister Mary
- Doreen KeoghSister Ignatius
- David PearseStrokes
- Donal O'KellyBrains
- Valerie SpelmanSavannah
Themes
ireland