Overview

Mixing classroom dramatization with documentary material, interviews with former students who recall barbaric punishments in the name of learning, and a 1932 newsreel of a triumphant Catholic congress in Dublin, this piece poses a challenging and controversial exploration of the Christian Brothers' education system in the 50s.

Cast

Archie O'Sullivan, Mick Lally, Noel O'Donovan, Ciarán Hinds, Vinnie McCabe, Séamus Ellis, George Keegan, Paul Bennett

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What is "Our Boys" about?

Mixing classroom dramatization with documentary material, interviews with former students who recall barbaric punishments in the name of learning, and a 1932 newsreel of a triumphant Catholic congress in Dublin, this piece poses a challenging and controversial exploration of the Christian Brothers' education system in the 50s.

When was "Our Boys" released?

Our Boys was released in 1981.

Who stars in "Our Boys"?

The cast includes Archie O'Sullivan, Mick Lally, Noel O'Donovan, Ciarán Hinds.

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