DramaHistory
Theatrical January 19, 2003
Song for a Raggy Boy (2003)
Song for a Raggy Boy is a book-based movie adapted from "Song for a raggy boy" by Patrick Galvin. This Drama/History film is a direct adaptation, and its release date is January 19, 2003.
The Source Material
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Overview
Book by Galvin, Patrick
About The Movie
Description
William Franklin is a teacher who was born in Ireland and moved to the United States only to repatriate in 1939 after his leftist political views cause him to lose his job. Franklin becomes the first non-cleric instructor at St. Jude's, a school for wayward boys run by Brother John, who is a firm believer in strong discipline.
Details
- Title
- Song for a Raggy Boy
- Original Title
- Song for a Raggy Boy
- Original Language
- EN
- Genres
- Drama, History
- US Theatrical
- January 19, 2003