Disco Pigs
“90 minutes you'll never forget.”
Synopsis
Pig and Runt born on the same day, in the same hospital, moments apart. Twins, all but by bloodline. Inseparable from birth, they are almost telepathic. They are one, needing no one else, inhabiting a delicate, insular and dangerous world where they make their own rules and have their own language. But days before their 17th birthday the balance of their world begins to shift. Pig's sexual awakening and jealousy begins to threaten their private universe.
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Disco Pigs Trailer (2001)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-05-22
Top Cast
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Elaine Cassidy
Runt / Sinead
Cillian Murphy
Pig / Darren
Brían F. O'Byrne
Gerry
Eleanor Methven
Bernie
Geraldine O'Rawe
Eileen
Darren Healy
Marky
Tara Lynne O'Neill
Mags
Eoghan Harris
Mr Keane
Marie Mullen
Mrs Monroe
Michael Rawley
Foxy
Sarah Gallagher
5 year old Runt
Charles Bark
5 year old Pig
Derry Power
Old Man on Bus
Mark Doherty
Salesman
Dawn Bradfield
Counsellor
Morna Regan
English Teacher
Aoife Lowry
Bitch
Gavin Friday
Paschal Stankard
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 20, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kirsten Sheridan
- Screenplay & Story
- Enda Walsh
- Original Score
- Gavin Friday, Maurice Seezer
- Original Title
- Disco Pigs
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Temple Film & TV Productions Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kirsten Sheridan
Enda Walsh
Gavin Friday, Maurice Seezer
Igor Jadue-Lillo
Ben Yeates
Ed Guiney, Stephen Evans, Angus Finney
Department Leadership Roster
Kirsten Sheridan
Director
Ed Guiney
Producer
Igor Jadue-Lillo
Director of Photography
Zoe MacLeod
Production Design
Lorna Marie Mugan
Costume Design
Gavin Friday
Original Music Composer
Maurice Seezer
Original Music Composer
Ben Yeates
Editor
Enda Walsh
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Disco Pigs
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What is Disco Pigs about?
Pig and Runt born on the same day, in the same hospital, moments apart. Twins, all but by bloodline. Inseparable from birth, they are almost telepathic. They are one, needing no one else, inhabiting a delicate, insular and dangerous world where they make their own rules and have their own language. But days before their 17th birthday the balance of their world begins to shift. Pig's sexual awakening and jealousy begins to threaten their private universe.
Who directed Disco Pigs?
Disco Pigs was directed by Kirsten Sheridan.
Who stars in Disco Pigs?
The principal cast of Disco Pigs includes Elaine Cassidy, Cillian Murphy, Brían F. O'Byrne, Eleanor Methven, Geraldine O'Rawe.
When was Disco Pigs released and how long is it?
Disco Pigs was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Disco Pigs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Disco Pigs was composed by Gavin Friday, Maurice Seezer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Disco Pigs?
Disco Pigs holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).