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On the Edge

  • 2001
  • R
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
4.8K
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Cillian Murphy in On the Edge (2001)
Drama

Jonathan, like many teenagers, is used to concealing the pain of growing up behind a witty sense of humor. One day, fate brings Jonathan into contact with a group of teenagers who are attemp... Read allJonathan, like many teenagers, is used to concealing the pain of growing up behind a witty sense of humor. One day, fate brings Jonathan into contact with a group of teenagers who are attempting to cope with their own teen angst.Jonathan, like many teenagers, is used to concealing the pain of growing up behind a witty sense of humor. One day, fate brings Jonathan into contact with a group of teenagers who are attempting to cope with their own teen angst.

  • Director
    • John Carney
  • Writers
    • Daniel James
    • John Carney
  • Stars
    • Cillian Murphy
    • Tricia Vessey
    • Martin Carney
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    4.8K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • John Carney
    • Writers
      • Daniel James
      • John Carney
    • Stars
      • Cillian Murphy
      • Tricia Vessey
      • Martin Carney
    • 23User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination

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    Cillian Murphy and Tricia Vessey in On the Edge (2001)
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    Cillian Murphy
    Cillian Murphy
    • Jonathan Breech
    Tricia Vessey
    Tricia Vessey
    • Rachel Row
    Martin Carney
    • Priest
    Paul Hickey
    Paul Hickey
    • Mikey
    Camille O'Sullivan
    • Mikey's Wife
    Vincent Walsh
    Vincent Walsh
    • Bouncer
    Vinny Murphy
    • Bouncer
    Mary Murray
    Mary Murray
    • Maria
    Gavin Coleman
    • Maria's Boyfriend
    Patrick Murray
    • Joyrider
    Stephen Rea
    Stephen Rea
    • Dr. Figure
    Aidan Kelly
    Aidan Kelly
    • Patient in Recreation Room
    John Burke
    John Burke
    • Patient in Recreation Room
    Anna Manahan
    • Cat Woman
    Des Smith
    • Patient with Cup
    Judy Cameron
    • Woman Playing Piano
    Arthur Riordan
    • Male Nurse
    Bill Hodnett
    • Patient on Bench
    • Director
      • John Carney
    • Writers
      • Daniel James
      • John Carney
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    • Quotes

      Rachel Row: Why do you want to die?

      Jonathan: I don't want to die, I just don't want to be alive.

    • Connections
      References Driving Miss Daisy (1989)
    • Soundtracks
      Largo from Xerxes
      Composed by George Frideric Handel (as George Handel)

      Licensed by kind permission from Atmosphere Music Ltd

    User reviews23

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    10/10
    Rushmore meets Girl, Interrupted
    After seeing this film's premiere at the Galway Film Fleadh, I cannot wait for it to be released in theatres. The acting is exceptional, especially on the part of Cillian Murphy. John Carney's direction is innovative and hopeful, and his free use of camera movements, angles and extreme close-ups adds so much to the depth of this film. Finally, the soundtrack is essential to the emotional impact of the movie. All in all, a versatile and funny film that is optimistic without nearing sappiness.
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    • carrierdodson
    • Jul 10, 2001

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 21, 2001 (Ireland)
    • Country of origin
      • Ireland
    • Languages
      • English
      • Irish Gaelic
    • Also known as
      • Catch the Sun
    • Filming locations
      • St Kevin's Church, Harrington Street, Dublin, Ireland(Exterior)
    • Production companies
      • Blank Page Productions
      • Hell's Kitchen Films
      • Hell's Kitchen Films
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    • Budget
      • $7,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 25 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital

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