Angela's Ashes

Director Alan Parker expertly brings Frank McCourt's acclaimed recollection of his life in 1930s Limerick, Ireland, to the screen in this touching and emotional drama. Returning to Europe after living for years in New York, the McCourt family copes with poverty, prejudice, and an unemployed father's (Robert Carlyle) alcoholism, while his mother (Emily Watson) struggles to provide for her sons and Frank dreams of returning to America. Co-stars Joe Breen, Ciaran Owens, Michael Legge. 146 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; featurette; theatrical trailer