Angela's Ashes(1999) Apr 2026

The film follows the impoverished upbringing of Frank McCourt in the 1930s and 40s.

The story begins in Brooklyn, New York, but follows the McCourt family's return to the slums of Limerick, Ireland , after the death of Frank's infant sister. Angela's Ashes(1999)

This report covers the 1999 film adaptation of , based on Frank McCourt's Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir. Film Overview Release Date: December 25, 1999 (USA). Director: Alan Parker. Screenplay: Written by Laura Jones and Alan Parker. Composer: John Williams. Genre: Biographical Drama. Running Time: 146 minutes. Plot Summary The film follows the impoverished upbringing of Frank

Survival, the "miserable Irish Catholic childhood," resilience, and the dream of returning to America. Film Overview Release Date: December 25, 1999 (USA)

Frank eventually saves enough money working for a moneylender and a telegram service to leave Limerick and return to New York at age 19. Primary Cast