The Actors (2003)

During the run of a particularly awful interpretation of Richard III, the star, Anthony O'Malley, begins to frequent a rough pub to develop his character. He meets Barreller who he discovers owes someone he's never met a considerable sum of money. Seeing an opportunity to make some fast money, O'Malley convinces hapless extra, Tom, to meet Barreller as the debt collector.

Directed by: Conor McPherson

Cast: Michael Caine, Dylan Moran, Michael Gambon, Lena Headey, Miranda Richardson, Michael McElhatton, Aisling O'Sullivan, Ben Miller, Abigail Iversen, Deirdre Walsh, Veronica O'Reilly, Deirdre O'Kane

Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Rating: 6.2/10

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