A Prayer for the Dying
5.8/10
Rating
107 min
Runtime
1987
Release Year
Mike Hodges
Director
Cast
Mickey Rourke, Bob Hoskins, Alan Bates, Sammi Davis, Christopher Fulford
Quick Synopsis
Martin, a hitman working for the Irish Republican Army, is spotted by a Catholic priest during one of his assignments. Over time, Martin develops a connection with the priest and the priest's niece, forming an unexpected bond. However, Martin's violent past and the threats from his former employers soon endanger the safety of all three of them.
Detailed Synopsis of A Prayer for the Dying
Martin, an I.R.A. hitman, is seen by a Catholic priest while carrying out a hit. He grows a bond with the priest and his niece. But his past and his former employers put all their lives in danger.
