The Big Man
This article is about the film. For the saxophonist with that nickname, see Clarence Clemons. For the novel see The Big Man (novel)
| The Big Man | |
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| Directed by | David Leland |
| Produced by | Don MacPherson |
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| Distributed by | Miramax Films |
| Release dates | 31 August 1990 |
| Running time | 93 mins |
The Big Man (US title - Crossing the Line) is a 1990 film produced by Miramax Films. It starred Liam Neeson, Joanne Whalley and Billy Connolly and the film's score was composed by Ennio Morricone. It was featured in FlixMix's Ultimate Fights DVD. It is based on the novel of the same name by William McIlvanney. The film also features one of Hugh Grant's early performances.
Plot
A Scottish miner (Liam Neeson) becomes unemployed during a union strike. He is unable to support his family and cannot resolve his bitterness about his situation. Desperate for money, he accepts an offer made by a Glasgow gangster to fight in an illegal bare-knuckle boxing match. A long and brutal fight follows. Filmed at locations in Coalburn, Glasgow and Spain.
Cast
- Liam Neeson as Danny Scoular
- Joanne Whalley as Beth Scoular
- Billy Connolly as Frankie
- Ian Bannen as Matt Mason
- Hugh Grant as Gordon
- Kenny Ireland as Tony
- Juliet Cadzow as Margaret Mason
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