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Ratcatcher

Lynne Ramsay / GB, FR, 1999

Glasgow, mid-1970s: James meets fourteen-year-old Margaret Anne, like him raised in one of the city’s deprived neighbourhoods. The two hang out with Kenny, a timid little boy who still remains true to himself. Directorial documentary-style feature film debut by Lynne Ramsay, herself a Glaswegian.

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Persons under 6 years must be accompanied by an adultThis movie contains scenes of violenceScenes from this movie may cause fearThis movie contains foul language

Director

Lynne Ramsay

Production year

1999

Country

GB, FR

Original title

Ratcatcher

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Language

English

Subtitles

NLD

Format

35mm

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