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Hunger
Feature Film
7.2 / 10

Hunger

"An odyssey, in which the smallest gestures become epic and when the body is the last resource for protest."

2008-05-15
96 mins
Drama, History

Narrative Synopsis

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.

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Narrative DNA Intelligence

Pacing

Slow-Burn Atmospheric

Complexity

7 / 10

Ending Impact

Emotionally Piercing

Vibe Tone

Emotionally Grounded

Narrative Assessment:

Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Drama. With an established critical baseline of 7.2/10, the plot emphasizes slow-burn atmospheric pacing paired with an ending characterized by emotionally piercing.

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Key Personnel & Cast

Michael Fassbender

Michael Fassbender

Bobby Sands

Stuart Graham

Stuart Graham

Ray Lohan

Liam Cunningham

Liam Cunningham

Priest

Helena Bereen

Helena Bereen

Raymond's Mother

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Laine Megaw

Raymond's Wife

Brian Milligan

Brian Milligan

Davey Gillen

Thematic Neighbours

Robin

Robin

★ 0.0

At Road's End

At Road's End

★ 7.0

Anton Tchekhov 1890

Anton Tchekhov 1890

★ 5.4

The Hurricane

The Hurricane

★ 7.4

The Player

The Player

★ 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Hunger emphasizes emotional grounding, nuanced character development, and atmospheric tension over quick sensationalism. Holding an audience consensus score of 7.2/10 over a 96 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "An odyssey, in which the smallest gestures become epic and when the body is the last resource for protest.", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.