A Prayer Before Dawn
“The fight starts from inside.”
Synopsis
The amazing true story of Billy Moore, an English boxer incarcerated in Thailand’s most notorious prison. Thrown into a world of drugs and violence, he finds his best chance to escape is to fight his way out in prison Muay Thai tournaments.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-06-30
Top Cast
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Joe Cole
Billy Moore
Vithaya Pansringarm
Officer Preecha
Pornchanok Mabklang
Fame
Somrak Khamsing
Suthin
Nic Shake
Doctor
Panya Yimmumphai
Keng
Sura Sirmalai
Chanachol
Sakda Niamhom
Saiyok
Billy Moore
Billy Moore's Father
Komsan Polsan
Patumsuk
Chaloemporn Sawatsuk
M
Sonephet Inthisome
Tiffany
Somsak Noichalad
Trustee
Paradorn Areepak
Boy
Patsapon Kaysornmaleethanachok
Yieow Dang
Praphan Ploysuwan
Bum
Rex Basbas
Trans Woman
Paniwat Paroon
Muslim
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 10, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 9, 2018
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$959K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Saltrese, Jonathan Hirschbein
- Original Score
- Nicolas Becker
- Original Title
- A Prayer Before Dawn
- Country of Origin
- Cambodia, China, France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Thai
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Worldwide Gross
- $959K
- Production Studios
- Meridian Entertainment, Symbolic Exchange, Senorita Films, Indochina Productions, HanWay Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
Nick Saltrese, Jonathan Hirschbein
Nicolas Becker
David Ungaro
Marc Boucrot
Nicholas Simon, Rita Dagher, Roy Boulter, Sol Papadopoulos, Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Saltrese
Screenplay
Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
Director
Jonathan Hirschbein
Screenplay
Nicholas Simon
Producer
Rita Dagher
Producer
Roy Boulter
Producer
Sol Papadopoulos
Producer
Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire
Producer
Chaiyan Chunsuttiwat
Production Design
Lupt Utama
Costume Design
David Ungaro
Director of Photography
Marc Boucrot
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Prayer Before Dawn
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What is A Prayer Before Dawn about?
The amazing true story of Billy Moore, an English boxer incarcerated in Thailand’s most notorious prison. Thrown into a world of drugs and violence, he finds his best chance to escape is to fight his way out in prison Muay Thai tournaments.
Who directed A Prayer Before Dawn?
A Prayer Before Dawn was directed by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire.
Who stars in A Prayer Before Dawn?
The principal cast of A Prayer Before Dawn includes Joe Cole, Vithaya Pansringarm, Pornchanok Mabklang, Somrak Khamsing, Nic Shake.
When was A Prayer Before Dawn released and how long is it?
A Prayer Before Dawn was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
How much did A Prayer Before Dawn make at the box office?
A Prayer Before Dawn grossed $959K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Prayer Before Dawn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Prayer Before Dawn was composed by Nicolas Becker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Prayer Before Dawn?
A Prayer Before Dawn holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).