Adam & Paul

Adam & Paul
Adam & Paul
Directed by	Lenny Abrahamson
Written by	Mark O'Halloran
Produced by	Jonny Speers
Starring	Tom Murphy, Mark O'Halloran
Cinematography	James Mather
Edited by	Isobel Stephenson
Music by	Stephen Rennicks
Production; company	Porridge Pictures
Distributed by	Element Pictures
Release date	2004
Running time	83 minutes
Country	Ireland
Language	English

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Adam & Paul is a 2004 Irish film directed by Lenny Abrahamson and written by Mark O'Halloran. The film stars Tom Murphy and Mark O'Halloran as the titular characters, Adam and Paul, two heroin addicts living in Dublin.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The film follows a day in the life of Adam and Paul, two friends and heroin addicts, as they wander through Dublin in search of their next fix. The narrative is a dark comedy that highlights the tragic and often absurd aspects of their lives. Throughout the day, they encounter various characters from their past, including old friends and family members, which adds depth to their backstory and the choices that led them to their current state.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Tom Murphy as Adam
Mark O'Halloran as Paul
Louise Lewis as Orla
Michael McElhatton as Martin
Paul Roe as Kittser

Production[edit | edit source]

The film was produced by Jonny Speers and shot on location in Dublin. The cinematography was handled by James Mather, and the film's score was composed by Stephen Rennicks. The film was edited by Isobel Stephenson.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Adam & Paul received critical acclaim for its portrayal of addiction and the performances of its lead actors. The film was praised for its balance of dark humor and poignant moments, providing a stark yet empathetic look at the lives of its protagonists.