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A Prayer for the Dying

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Producing House

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.

movie

Status: Released

Released Date: 1987-09-11

Runtime: 107 mins

Director: Mike Hodges

Spoken language: English

Genres: Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller

Original title: A Prayer for the Dying

Production Companies: The Samuel Goldwyn Company

Production Countries: United Kingdom

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