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The Crying Game

A British soldier's life takes an unexpected turn as he forges an unlikely bond with an IRA captor, gradually introducing him to his own culture.

An unlikely friendship forms between an IRA volunteer and a kidnapped British soldier, who escape and flee to London. The volunteer, Fergus, adopts a new identity and begins a romantic relationship with a hairdresser, unaware of a secret she holds.

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In conversation with The Crying Game cast: 'Gene Hackman was in love with Dil' | BFI

In conversation with The Crying Game cast: 'Gene Hackman was in love with Dil' | BFI

Official Trailer

Official Trailer

The Crying Game ≣ 1992 ≣ Trailer

The Crying Game ≣ 1992 ≣ Trailer

The Crying Game (1992) - Original Trailer

The Crying Game (1992) - Original Trailer

Info about The Crying Game

Studio(s): Palace Pictures, Nippon Film Development and Finance Inc.

Originally Released: United Kingdom, Oct 30, 1992

Production Countries: United Kingdom, Ireland, Japan

Box Office Gross: $62,548,947.00

Genres:Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller

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