Boys from County Hell

Parents need to know that Boys from County Hell is a vampie horror-comedy set in rural Northern Ireland with gory violence and strong language throughout. The action centers around a road crew led by Eugene (Jack Rowan) and his father Francie (Nigel O'Neill), who ostracize themselves from their community when they agree to begin work on a disruptive bypass, something which also disrupts the grave of legendary local vampire Abhartach (Robert Strange). While not role models, Eugene and Francie are brave and care for each other, along with the friends and colleagues who are drawn into the chaos. There is little diversity, but Claire (Louisa Harland) is among the road crew's number and is treated as an equal. In keeping with the horror genre, multiple characters meet grisly deaths. The violence is frequent and bloody -- although it's often played for comic effect -- as the crew try to figure out the best way to kill a new wave of vampires who attack and feed on the blood of their victims. Strong and frequent language includes "c--t," variants of "f--k," and the British slur "wanker." Alcohol also features regularly as Eugene's and others' drinking causes some problems in the early part of the movie. There are also passing references to drug use including cocaine.