# Handsome Devil (2017)

> At an Irish boarding school, an isolated student and a celebrated rugby player discover that friendship can challenge the masculinity and prejudice governing their world.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/275703

## Facts

- Runtime: 95 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Director: John Butler
- Cast: Fionn O'Shea, Nicholas Galitzine, Andrew Scott, Ardal O'Hanlon, Amy Huberman, Ruairí O'Connor, Michael McElhatton, Moe Dunford
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5016946/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, sincere, warm, teen movie night, inclusive movie night

## Synopsis

A heartfelt exploration of friendship and identity in a challenging environment.

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