Angela's Ashes [DVD] / Paramount Pictures and Universal Pictures International present a David Brown/Scott Rudin/Dirty Hands Production; produced by Scott Rudin, David Brown, Alan Parker ; directed by Alan Parker.
This disc is a recorded DVD and may fail to play on some DVD equipment. Originally released as a motion picture in 1999. Based on the book by Frank McCourt. Special features: the making of Angela's ashes, exclusive cast & crew interviews, commentary by author Frank McCourt, commentary by director Alan Parker, 2 theatrical trailers, interactive menus, scene selection. Emily Watson, Robert Carlyle, Joe Breen, Ciaran Owens, Michael Legge, Pauline McLynn.
Summary:
Life in impoverished Depression-era Ireland holds little promise for young Frank McCourt, the oldest son in a tightly-knit family. Living by his wits, cheered by his irrepressible spirit, and sustained by his mother's fierce love, Frank embarks on an inspiring journey to overcome the poverty of his childhood and reach the land of his dreams: America.
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