# Breakfast on Pluto (2005)

> A flamboyant young transwoman escapes a repressive Irish hometown and survives 1970s Ireland and London through wit, resilience, and chosen family.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/951

## Facts

- Runtime: 128 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Director: Neil Jordan
- Cast: Cillian Murphy, Stephen Rea, Brendan Gleeson, Liam Neeson, Eva Birthistle, Ruth Negga, Laurence Kinlan, Bryan Ferry
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0411195/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: witty, campy, resilient, queer cinema night, character driven drama night

## Synopsis

A poignant journey of self-discovery and resilience in a world unprepared for change.

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