When 19-year-old rebel Jonathan Breech (Cillian Murphy)--suffering from depression after the death of his father--attempts suicide by driving a stolen car off a cliff, he is given the choice of going to prison or being committed to a psychiatric institution. Jonathan chooses the hospital, where he begrudgingly attends group therapy, clashes with a well-meaning doctor (Stephen Rea), and eventually finds hope with a new friend (Jonathan Jackson) and a love interest (Tricia Vessey). ON THE EDGE is an intense coming-of-age drama from Irish director John Carney and boasts a standout performance by up-and-comer Murphy.

Theatrical release: August 10, 2001 (LIMITED)

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Letterbox - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
DTS Surround 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Trailers
Interactive Features:
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Scene Access
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Production Notes

Cillian Murphy: Actor, ON THE EDGE (2001)
Jonathan Jackson: Actor; CAMP NOWHERE
Tricia Vessey: 
Stephen Rea: Irish Actor
Christopher Lori: Actor, ON THE EDGE (2001)
Gerard McSorley: Actor/"Name Of The..."

John Carney: Director, ON THE EDGE (2001)

John Carney: Director, ON THE EDGE (2001)
Daniel James: 

"...Carney freshens the plot with moving, honest performances from the young cast and a smart soundtrack..."