Emile Hirsch, Jake Richardson, Jena Malone
A group of Catholic school friends, after being caught drawing an obscene comic book, plan a heist that will outdo their previous prank and make them local legends.
DVD Release Date: November 5, 2002
Stats: 745 reviews
Th Dangerous lives of alter boys is a suprisingly great coming of age film which I happened to catch on film4 last night by chance, and what a treat it was.
The story focuses on four teen boys lin the 1970's led by Francis(Emile Hirsh) and Tim(Kieran Culkin) who study at a stri...( read more)
Refreshing film about best friends who dream of living out their lives like the comic books they're obsessed with. Great acting from all involved, especially D'Onofrio, who plays the coolest priest in history.
This movie utilizes many vehicles to convey its messages. Children, the church, animation, death, incest, hypocrisy...All of this is tied into a coming of age story focusing primarily on two boys and one girl. It shows the struggles that we go through in those formative stages in...( read more)
This is a cute movie that, while it never reaches the realm of excellence, is a very enjoyable ride - for the most part. Its a story about a group of Catholic boys and their struggle with the oppressive authority figure(s) hanging over their heads. One of the main things I drew f...( read more)
An excellent movie, especially with a young cast and first time director! The mixture of animation and real life was really cool. Definatly a great movie!
you know when i hear the words "dangerous lives of altar boys" i gotta admit i dont think of comic books
Based on the amazing novel, Hirsch and Culkin are captivating as two rebellious teenagers with a plan...that goes horribly wrong.
A fine, inventive '70s period piece about friendship, first love, and growing up to face the hard lessons of life. full review
It tries too hard, and overreaches the logic of its own world. full review
First-time director Peter Care crafts something darkly funny and touching. full review
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