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Circle of Friends (1995)

 -  Drama | Romance  -  15 March 1995 (USA)
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'Circle Of Friends' is set in 1950's Ireland. The movie focuses on Benny Hogan and her best friend, Eve Malone. The story centers around Benny and Eve as they enter student life at ... See full summary »

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Nan Mahon
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Dan Hogan
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Mrs. Hogan
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Brian Mahon
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Emily Mahon
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Professor Flynn
Tony Doyle ...
Dr. Foley
Marie Mullen ...
Mrs. Foley
Marie Conmee ...
Mrs. Healey
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'Circle Of Friends' is set in 1950's Ireland. The movie focuses on Benny Hogan and her best friend, Eve Malone. The story centers around Benny and Eve as they enter student life at University College, Dublin. Here Benny and Eve reunite with their childhood friend, the ice-cool Nan Mahon, the 'college belle'. They also encounter the handsome and charming Jack Foley, whom Benny quickly falls for. Written by Anonymous

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ireland | student | 1950s | moral | love | See more »

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Sometimes dreams do come true. See more »

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Drama | Romance

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Rated PG-13 for sexual content | See all certifications »
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15 March 1995 (USA)  »

Also Known As:

Círculo de amigos  »

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£2,120,050 (UK) (16 June 1995)
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Trivia

Minnie Driver gained 30 pounds for the role of Benny. See more »

Quotes

Bernadette 'Benny' Hogan: He could have anyone at all. Why would he look at me?
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"The Girl Can't Help It"
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Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!
15 June 2003 | by (Calif.) – See all my reviews

I originally watched this movie to see Ciaran Hinds (the college professor) who was wonderful in a supporting role.

I love this movie. It is so powerful in its simplicity. The actors were so embracable in their portrayals as young adults in the 50's with all the sexual taboos. The scenery is grand!

I watch this movie at least once a month and have recommended it to many friend who also enjoy it. (If you are into Irish countrysides you might want to watch "The Matchmaker" with David O'Hara - v. good also.)


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