The Courier (1988)
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7% want to see it
(15 ratings)
Mark (Padraig O'Loingsigh) investigates the death of his pal Danny (Andrew Connolly) in this shadowy crime drama. Danny's sister Colette (Cait O'Riorden) convinces Mark that something went wrong that led to her brother's death. Mark soon discovers a link between the drug dealer Val… More Mark (Padraig O'Loingsigh) investigates the death of his pal Danny (Andrew Connolly) in this shadowy crime drama. Danny's sister Colette (Cait O'Riorden) convinces Mark that something went wrong that led to her brother's death. Mark soon discovers a link between the drug dealer Val (Gabriel Byrne) and the local detective McGuigan (Ian Bannen). Elvis Costello provides the soundtrack music that includes songs from U2, Hothouse Flowers, and The Pogues. ~ Dan Pavlides, Rovi
- Directed By
- Frank Deasy, Joe Lee
- Genres
- Drama, Action & Adventure, Mystery & Suspense
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Critic Reviews
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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
Despite its gritty urban textures and fine rock music score, "The Courier" lacks dramatic punch.
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Cast
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Padraig O'Loingsigh
as Mark
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Cait O'Riordan
as Colette
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Gabriel Byrne
as Val
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Ian Bannen
as McGuigan
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Patrick Bergin
as Christy
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Andrew Connolly
as Danny
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Michelle Houlden
as Sharon
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Joe Savino
as The VJ
