Biography

Brendan Behan (1923-1964) was an Irish writer, one of the most popular Irish literary figures in his time. A former political militant, he spent much of his youth in prison. After his release, he established himself as a playwright, writing in both English and Irish. He had a lifelong struggle with alcoholism, leading to his death at the age of forty-one. His memoir Borstal Boy and play The Quare Fellow have been adapted into films.

Borstal Boy

(54 Votes)

6.2

Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ire...

Relase Date : 22 Mar, 2001

Drama

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The Quare Fellow

(11 Votes)

5.7

Thomas Crimmins is a new warder, or guard, in an Irish prison. He is young, naive, and ide...

Relase Date : 2 Oct, 1962

Drama

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