

Black Irish
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In South Boston, where Irish roots run deep and Catholic tradition reigns, two brothers face similar hardships but lead far different lives. While older brother Terry descends into drugs and crime, 16-year-old Cole vies to make the state baseball championships - but must struggle to withstand his brother's destructive influence.
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"Two brothers, you can choose your dreams, but you can't choose family."
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Original Language
en
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Michael Angarano
Cole McKay

Brendan Gleeson
Desmond McKay

Tom Guiry
Terry McKay

Melissa Leo
Margaret McKay

Emily VanCamp
Kathleen McKay

Michael Rispoli
Joey

Francis Capra
Anthony
Finn Curtin
Coach Mahoney
Scott Winters
Doctor

Frank T. Wells
Father Magruder
Wilson Better
Graves

Bonnie Dennison
Maria
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