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Homeboy
“Some people live life blow by blow.”
5.0 / 10• 1988• 1h 56m•R• English
Drama
Storyline
Johnny Walker is a cowboy and a boxer. He is very shy and a bit of a fool. He is in love with Ruby, but he cannot tell her. He is also a bit old to keep on boxing, but its the only thing he does well.
Cast & Crew
Mickey Rourke
Johnny Walker
Lead
Christopher Walken
Wesley Pendergass
Jon Polito
Moe Fingers
Debra Feuer
Ruby
Antony Alda
Ray
Thomas Quinn
Lou
Kevin Conway
Grazziano
Rubén Blades
Doctor
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Seresin's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Homeboy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
