Homeboy is a 1988 drama film, directed by Michael Seresin. It was written by and stars Mickey Rourke in the role of self-destructive cowboy/boxer Johnny Walker. Christopher Walken also stars as Walker's slightly corrupt promoter, who encourages him to fight whilst hiding from him the fact that one more punch in the wrong place would kill him.
The film was released on DVD on September 1, 2009.
Johnny Walker is a very shy cowboy who is a boxer and ...
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Homeboy is a 1988 drama film, directed by Michael Seresin. It was written by and stars Mickey Rourke in the role of self-destructive cowboy/boxer Johnny Walker. Christopher Walken also stars as Walker's slightly corrupt promoter, who encourages him to fight whilst hiding from him the fact that one more punch in the wrong place would kill him.
The film was released on DVD on September 1, 2009.
Johnny Walker is a very shy cowboy who is a boxer and a bit of a fool. He is in love with Ruby, but he cannot tell her. He is also a bit old to keep on boxing, but it is the only thing he does well, and he is unaware that one more knockout could end his life.
In the film, Tillie and the Palace Amusements building can be seen in the background, a staple of Asbury Park and its culture. During the boxing scenes, the Convention Hall is used as the venue. This is the first of two times Rourke used the famed venue in films. The second time it was used was for 2008's The Wrestler.
Also, a young Stephen...
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