Angela's ashes
(DVD) 

Based on the book by Frank McCourt.

Originally released as a motion picture in 1999.

Wide screen.

Special features: The making of Angela's ashes; cast & crew interviews; commentary with author Frank McCourt; commentary with director Alan Parker; 2 theatrical trailers.

Director of photography, Michael Seresin ; editor, Gerry Hambling ; music, John Williams ; costume designer, Consolata Boyle ; production designer, Geoffrey Kirkland ; narrator, Andrew Bennett.

Emily Watson, Robert Carlyle, Joe Breen, Ciaran Owens, Michael Legge.

Life in impoverished Depression-era Ireland holds little promise for young Frank McCourt, the oldest son in a tightly-knit family. Living by his wits, cheered by his irrepressible spirit, and sustained by his mother's fierce love, Frank embarks on an inspiring journey to overcome the poverty of his childhood and reach the land of his dreams: America.

MPAA rating: R; for sexual content and some language.

DVD-R; NTSC, region 1; Dolby audio.

In English (5.1 surround) or optional French (Dolby 2.0); English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing; closed-captioned.