A Prayer for the Dying

1987 | 1h 47min | 5.8

One witness. One conscience. No clean escape.

A Prayer for the Dying
5.8

Overview

Martin Fallon wants out of the IRA, but leaving that life is never as simple as walking away. When a priest accidentally witnesses him carrying out a killing, Martin finds himself caught between two loyalties he never expected to feel at once. His growing connection to the priest and the man's young niece complicates everything. The more he tries to protect them, the deeper his former handlers are drawn into his fragile attempt at peace.

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Details

  • Director Mike Hodges
  • Year1987
  • Runtime1h 47min
  • StatusReleased
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VIBE PROFILE

A Prayer for the Dying

1987 | 1h 47min
Action | Crime | Drama
★ 5.8
MOVIEVIA.COM
PACING
6.5
Slow Fast
COMPLEXITY
6.4
Casual Mind-Bending
ATMOSPHERE
6.9
Light Dark
VISUALS
5.2
Raw / Indie Epic / CGI
BOMBER • IRA (IRISH REPUBLICAN ARMY)

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