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On the Edge (2001)

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Reviews Counted:7

Fresh:4

Rotten:3

Average Rating:5.3/10

Runtime: 86 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: When 19-year-old rebel Jonathan Breech (Cillian Murphy)--suffering from depression after the death of his father--attempts suicide by driving a stolen car off a cliff, he is given the choice of... When 19-year-old rebel Jonathan Breech (Cillian Murphy)--suffering from depression after the death of his father--attempts suicide by driving a stolen car off a cliff, he is given the choice of going to prison or being committed to a psychiatric institution. Jonathan chooses the hospital, where he begrudgingly attends group therapy, clashes with a well-meaning doctor (Stephen Rea), and eventually finds hope with a new friend (Jonathan Jackson) and a love interest (Tricia Vessey). ON THE EDGE is an intense coming-of-age drama from Irish director John Carney and boasts a standout performance by up-and-comer Murphy. [More]

Starring: Cillian Murphy, Jonathan Jackson, Tricia Vessey, Stephen Rea

Starring: Cillian Murphy, Jonathan Jackson, Tricia Vessey, Stephen Rea, Christopher Lori, Gerard McSorley

Director: John Carney

Director: John Carney
Screenwriter: John Carney, Daniel James

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3/5

Harry Guerin

A well-handled if well-worn look at the spectre of suicide and mental illness.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Apr., 01 2003 08:05 AM

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3/4

Ross Anthony

An Irish "Good Will Hunting" of sorts, but edgier (no pun intended).

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Sep., 08 2002 01:48 PM

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Arthur Lazere

Murphy's characterization has both edginess and charm and it carries the film.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jun., 08 2002 10:13 PM

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2.5/4

Walter Chaw

The healing power of petty rebellion.

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2/5

Christopher Null

Jonathan Jackson is about as Irish as a taco.

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