In South Boston, where Irish roots run deep and Catholic tradition reigns, two brothers face similar hardships but lead far different lives. While older brother Terry descends into drugs and crime, 16-year-old Cole vies to make the state baseball championships - but must struggle to withstand his brother's destructive influence.
Acting
Gleeson's thousand-yard stare could fill a stadium.
Writing
Dialogue that actually sounds like Southie, not Hollywood cosplay.
Director
Brad Gann
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Brad Gann based the script on his own South Boston upbringing; the baseball subplot mirrors his brother's actual near-miss at the championship.
The title 'Black Irish' refers to the dark-haired Irish stereotype—here, it doubles as the family's moral darkness and their outsider status even within their own community.
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