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Feature film — 2022

Big Boys Don’t Cry (2022)

6.51h 30mDrama

Based on true events, Paul is forced to recall his harrowing childhood growing up in a children’s home, when a police investigation into his boyhood friend’s suicide opens old wounds. As Paul struggles to shake off his past and build a relationship with Anthea, his fragile mental state and bitter memories lead to a confrontation with those responsible for his shattered childhood and the death of his friend.

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A high-signal pick with 31 votes.

6from8 Productions Ltd.

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Director: Steve Crowhurst

On screen

Cast & crew

Michael Socha as Paul Connolly

Michael Socha

Paul Connolly

Zoë Tapper as Anthea

Zoë Tapper

Anthea

Mitchell Norman as Young Paul

Mitchell Norman

Young Paul

J

Joshua Coombes

Liam

Poppy Roe as DCI Clements

Poppy Roe

DCI Clements

Daniel Adegboyega as Vince

Daniel Adegboyega

Vince

Victoria Alcock as DCI Mayer

Victoria Alcock

DCI Mayer

Amelia Eve as Cass

Amelia Eve

Cass

Brett Fancy as Bill Starling

Brett Fancy

Bill Starling

Alan Hay as Alan Prescott

Alan Hay

Alan Prescott

Amy Marston as Mary

Amy Marston

Mary

Kiki Kendrick as Marla

Kiki Kendrick

Marla