Anne Reid, Anthony Borrows, Anthony Burrows
The story of a 7-year-old boy growing up in 1930s Liverpool. Liam's father works at the local shipyard, while his mother keeps the household afloat, pinching pennies, yet keeping spirits high. Life ta...( read more
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DVD Release Date: March 12, 2002
Stats: 59 reviews
A strong story told without mercy but never losing any realism. A very important British gem to watch, and to learn and think with.
62/100
tht lil kid is so annoyin. NOBODY (even ppl wiv speech difficulties) speaks like tht!!! its like "whats ur name?" "sssssssssssssssss (ten minutes l8r) ssssssssssssssssss LIAM!!!!!" wtf
wanna see it tho..... betty curse won an award for bein in this i tink :S
ahh well lol
A morality tale of xenophobia, religious prejudice, mob violence, poverty, and their effect on two children in Liverpool during the Depression.
The film is built on strong performances. full review
Borrows' Liam -- well, they found the right kid, without a doubt. full review
The child himself is never strong enough as an individual presence to anchor the story. full review
This board looks lonely. Be the first to talk about "Liam" !
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