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My Name Is Joe

Ken Loach film set in Glasgow

3.8/5 (839 ratings)

Joe Kavanagh thought he finally had his life together -- odd jobs, the love of a good woman, the respect of the community. But when a young man on a soccer team he coaches gets in trouble with the mob, Joe must battle his past to save his future.

19991h 45mDramaRomance
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"Powerful, authentic drama with superb performances."


Roger Ebert

Jan 28, 2000

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Austin Chronicle Logo

"Ken Loach delivers a powerful, moving, and impactful film."


Marjorie Baumgarten
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"Ken Loach's raw drama offers authentic, powerful performances."


Edward Guthmann
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"Gritty, powerful drama with standout performances."


Walter Addiego
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"Loach's raw drama shines with compelling performances."


Janet Maslin

Jan 22, 1999

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Derek Winnert Logo

"Loach's powerful drama shines with raw, authentic performances."


Derek Winnert

Dec 10, 2014

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Dvdtoile.com Logo

"Loach delivers a poignant, human, and socially relevant drama."


David Honnorat
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"A powerful, gritty, and emotionally draining working-class drama."


Dennis Schwartz

Oct 24, 2004

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The A.V. Club Logo

"Ken Loach's raw drama shines with Mullan's lead."


Joshua Klein

May 29, 2002

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Cineismo Logo

"Loach's raw drama: a bleak, honest look at working-class life."


Diego Lerer

May 13, 2000

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eFilmCritic Logo

"Ken Loach's gritty drama shines with powerful performances."


Erik Childress

Oct 29, 1999

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ReelViews Logo

"A gritty, realistic drama with powerful, authentic performances."


James Berardinelli

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