Fifty Dead Men Walking (2008)

Synopsis of Fifty Dead Men Walking

Loosely based on the remarkable true story of the British undercover agent who successfully infiltrated the IRA, writer/director Kari Skogland's thriller takes its title from author Martin McGartland's best-selling book of the same name. Set at the absolute height of the Irish civil conflict, Fifty Dead Men Walking begins as 22-year-old Martin McGartland is recruited by the British police to infiltrate the IRA and report back with intelligence. It's an extremely dangerous job that could result in death or worse should his true identity be revealed, yet McGartland realizes that the information he's gathering will save countless lives. At first, the prospect of being discovered provides something of a rush for McGartland, though that initial buzz quickly wears off when his true identity is revealed and he's forced to attempt an impossible escape. Two decades later, McGartland is still on the run. Sir Ben Kingsley, Jim Sturgess, and Rose McGowan star. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

117 mins

Director(s):

Kari Skogland

Writer(s):

Kari Skogland, Nicholas Davies

Producer(s):

Shawn Williamson, Peter LaTerriere, Kari Skogland

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Torture, Sexual Situations, Graphic Violence, Profanity)

Categories:

Foreign, Drama

• 2009 - Genie Awards - Best Art Direction/Production Design
• 2009 - Genie Awards - Best Adapted Screenplay
• 2008 - Vancouver Film Critics - Best British Columbia Film

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.

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