Brendan Behan (1923-1964) was an Irish writer, one of the most popular Irish literary figures in his time. A former political militant, he spent much of his youth in prison. After his release, he established himself as a playwright, writing in both English and Irish. He had a lifelong struggle with alcoholism, leading to his death at the age of forty-one. His memoir Borstal Boy and play The Quare Fellow have been adapted into films.
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Brendan Behan: The Roaring Boy (2014) as Himself |
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A Hungry Feeling: The Life and Death of Brendan Behan (1988) as Self |
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Borstal Boy (2001) Author |
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Gisslan (1996) Author |
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Die Geisel (1977) Author |
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The Quare Fellow (1962) Author |