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The Halo Effect (2004)

2004-11-19 · 1h 37m · EN
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Gambling's not a problem... The problem's not winning

Fatso is the proprietor of what may be the worst eaterie in the city, and is struggling to keep a sinking ship afloat. His compulsive gambling is getting the better of him and he has to contend with an endless succession of loan sharks and debt collectors. He employs hopelessly incompetent staff and generally manages to keep the entire community around him ticking over. However just as Fatso seems to be getting everything under control, he is faced with a dilemma that could destroy him for good.

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Lance DalyDirector, Writer

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Stephen ReaStephen ReaFatsoGrattan SmithGrattan SmithMickKerry CondonKerry CondonJeanSimon DelaneySimon DelaneyEddieBrendan CauldwellBrendan CauldwellOld Man WillieJohn KavanaghJohn KavanaghStanMick LallyMick LallyFather McKenzieFiona O'ShaughnessyFiona O'ShaughnessySuzieWillie HigginsWillie HigginsRoosterGerard McSorleyGerard McSorleyO'GradyLaurence KinlanLaurence KinlanThiefEanna MacLiamEanna MacLiamCrony

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Genre affinityComedyDialogue densityComedyDirector preference83111Actor preference38357 · 4143 · 1065743Country preferenceIeDecade preference2000

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What is The Halo Effect about?

Fatso is the proprietor of what may be the worst eaterie in the city, and is struggling to keep a sinking ship afloat. His compulsive gambling is getting the better of him and he has to contend with an endless succession of loan sharks and debt collectors. He employs hopelessly incompetent staff and generally manages to keep the entire community around him ticking over. However just as Fatso seems to be getting everything under control, he is faced with a dilemma that could destroy him for good.

How long is The Halo Effect?

The Halo Effect has a runtime of 97 minutes.