My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown (1989) is a drama film, directed by Jim Sheridan. It stars Daniel Day-Lewis and Brenda Fricker. The film is based on a true story. The 103-minute film holds an audience score of 7.5/10.
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What My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown Is About
Jim Sheridan's 1989 film follows an Irish writer and painter born with cerebral palsy. He can control only his left foot. His family keeps him at home. The film avoids pity; the narrative gives the character as difficult and cantankerous, exactly as he was. Daniel Day-Lewis and Brenda Fricker won Academy Awards. It is adapted from an autobiography. Casting a non-disabled actor in the role is debated today. Who it's for: those who like biographical drama. Who it's not for: viewers sensitive about casting in disability roles; that argument follows the film.
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What is My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown about?
Jim Sheridan's 1989 film follows an Irish writer and painter born with cerebral palsy. He can control only his left foot.
Where can I watch My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown is available to watch on digital platforms such as fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus, Philo. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown runs for 103 minutes (1h 43m).
When did My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown come out?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown was released in 1989.
Who directed My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown was directed by Jim Sheridan.
Who stars in My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Brenda Fricker, Alison Whelan, Kirsten Sheridan.
What is My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown's rating?
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 78 out of 100.
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