Children in the Crossfire
“In the streets of Northern Ireland, they were taught to hate...”
Synopsis
For the children of Northern Ireland, violence and hatred are a way of life passed from one generation to the next. In "Children in the Crossfire" four children from both sides of the conflict come to America through a special project, and discover each other away from the ravages of their homeland.
Top Cast
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Julia Duffy
Dee Malone
Charles Haid
Fred Chandler
David Huffman
Larry Malone
Karen Valentine
Pam Chandler
Niall Tóibín
Vincent Lavery
Grainne Clark
Beth
Peter Gilroy
Bobby Baxter
Geraldine Hughes
Mary
James Norris
Timmy
Paul Markey
Kid on bicycle (uncredited)
Oliver Maguire
John Kavanagh
Kirk Cameron
Penelope Windust
Garn Stephens
Britta Smith
Derek Lord
Elizabeth Hoy
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 3, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Schaefer
- Screenplay & Story
- Lionel Chetwynd
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- Children in the Crossfire
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Gaylord Productions, Schaefer/Karpf Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Schaefer
Lionel Chetwynd
Brad Fiedel
Edward R. Brown, Walter Lassally
Andy Blumenthal
Charles Haid, Merrill H. Karpf, Frank Prendergast, George Schaefer, Aida Young
Department Leadership Roster
Edward R. Brown
Director of Photography
Walter Lassally
Director of Photography
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
William J. Creber
Production Design
Arden Gantly
Production Design
Consolata Boyle
Costume Design
Lionel Chetwynd
Writer
George Schaefer
Director
Charles Haid
Producer
Frank Prendergast
Producer
George Schaefer
Producer
Aida Young
Producer
Andy Blumenthal
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Children in the Crossfire
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What is Children in the Crossfire about?
For the children of Northern Ireland, violence and hatred are a way of life passed from one generation to the next. In "Children in the Crossfire" four children from both sides of the conflict come to America through a special project, and discover each other away from the ravages of their homeland.
Who directed Children in the Crossfire?
Children in the Crossfire was directed by George Schaefer.
Who stars in Children in the Crossfire?
The principal cast of Children in the Crossfire includes Julia Duffy, Charles Haid, David Huffman, Karen Valentine, Niall Tóibín.
When was Children in the Crossfire released and how long is it?
Children in the Crossfire was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Children in the Crossfire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Children in the Crossfire was composed by Brad Fiedel.