Orphans (1987) Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Two brothers kidnap a boozy gangster and try to hold him for ransom in this psychological thriller. Harold (Albert Finney) is lured from a saloon by Treat (Matthew Modine) to their squalid tenement. He and his reclusive and agoraphobic brother, Phillip (Kevin Anderson), have no idea Harold is a mobster, only that he looks prosperous. Harold is reminded of his impoverished youth when he sees how the brothers live, and he offers to help the aspiring young thugs. - Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
09/18/1987
Run Time:
116 min.
Distributor(s):
Lorimar Productions
Production Co.:
Lorimar Productions
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Drama, Thriller
Themes:
Sibling Relationships, Kidnapping, Unlikely Friendships
Tone:
Cerebral, Intimate, Reflective
Keywords:
alcoholism, brother, con/scam, family, gangster, homeless, juvenile, kidnapping, on-the-run, orphan, robbery
Country of Origin:
USA (09-18-1987)
Status:
