UMD 94 mins IMDB
NR
Ratcatcher
Criterion (1999)
In Collection
#56

Seen It:
Yes
Foreign, Scottish
USA  /  English

William Eadie James
Tommy Flanagan Da
Mandy Matthews Ma
Lynne Ramsay
John Miller Kenny
Leanne Mullen Margaret Anne
Jackie Quinn Mrs. Quinn
Michelle Stewart Ellen
Lynne Ramsay Jr. Anne Marie
James Ramsay Mr. Quinn
Anne McLean Mrs. Fowler

Director Lynne Ramsay
Producer Gavin Emerson
Writer Lynne Ramsay

"Jolting… vibrant." -Entertainment Weekly

In her breathtaking and assured debut feature, Lynne Ramsey creates a haunting evocation of a troubles Glasgow childhood. Set during Scotland's national garbage strike of the mid-1970s, Ratcatcher explores the experiences of a poor adolescent boy as he struggles to reconcile his dreams and his guilt with the abjection that surrounds him. Utilizing beautiful, elusive imagery, candid performances, and unexpected humor, Ratcatcher deftly contrasts urban decay with a rich interior landscape of hope and perseverance, resulting in a work at once raw and deeply poetic.

Edition Details
Barcode 037429171820
Region Region 1
Chapters 27
Release Date 9/10/2002
Packaging Keep Case
Screen Ratio Widescreen 1.85:1 Color (Anamorphic)
Subtitles English
Audio Tracks ENGLISH: Dolby Digital Surround
Layers Single Side, Dual Layer
No. of Disks/Tapes 1

Features
Video interview with Lynee Ramsay
Three award-winning short films by Lynne Ramsay: Small Deaths, Kill The Day, Gasman
Original Theatrical Trailer