My Left Foot (1989)

See All Available Formats

Synopsis of My Left Foot

An alternative to the general run of "triumph over the odds" biopics, My Left Foot is the true story of Irish cerebral palsy victim Christy Brown. Paralyzed from birth, Brown (played by Hugh O'Conor as child and Daniel Day-Lewis as an adult) is written off as retarded and helpless. But Christy's indomitable mother (Brenda Fricker) never gives up on the boy. Using his left foot, the only part of his body not afflicted, Brown learns to write. He grows up to become a well-known author, painter, and fundraiser, and along the way falls in love with nurse Mary Carr (Ruth McCabe). There's no sugarcoating in My Left Foot: Brown, a heavy drinker, was by no means lovable. Day-Lewis and Fricker both won Academy Awards for their performances, and the film was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Also notable are the late Ray McAnally in his next-to-last film role as Christy's father, and venerable Cyril Cusack as Lord Castlewelland. Director Jim Sheridan co-scripted with Shane Connaughton from Christy Brown's autobiography. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

103 mins

Complete Cast of My Left Foot

Director(s):

Jim Sheridan

Writer(s):

Shane Connaughton, Jim Sheridan

Producer(s):

Noel Pearson, Paul Heller, Arthur Lappin

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Questionable for Children, Profanity, Watch With Your Teen, Violence, Adult Situations)

Categories:

Foreign, Drama

• 1989 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Actor
• 1989 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Supporting Actor
• 1988 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Supporting Actress
• 1988 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Actor
• 1988 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Actor
• 1989 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Picture
• 1989 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Actor

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

Looking for special editions of My Left Foot?

See All Versions

Subtitles:

Check All Versions

Closed Captioning:

Check All Versions