Release Date: August 7th, 1991
DVD Release Date: January 1st, 1991
R|1 hr 57 min
Plot Summary
Jimmy Rabbitte (Robert Arkins), a self-proclaimed promoter, decides to organize an R&B group to fill the musical void in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland. The band comes together but ends up consisting entirely of white musicians who have little experience with the genre. Even though their raw talent and lofty aspirations gain the group notoriety, the pitfalls of fame began to tear at their newfound friendships as they prepare for their big show. Based on the novel by Roddy Doyle.
Cast: Robert Arkins, Johnny Murphy, Angeline Ball, Michael Aherne, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Dave Finnegan, Bronagh Gallagher, Félim Gormley
Director: Alan Parker
Genres: Comedy drama, Music
Production Co: Beacon Communications, Dirty Hands Productions
Keywords: Lighthearted, Rise, Pursuit, Friendship, 1990s, Amusing, Moving, Transformation
