Cillian Murphy's Transformation: Must-Know Facts & News
Have you ever witnessed a performance so transformative that it blurs the lines between actor and character? Cillian Murphy's portrayal of Patrick "Kitten" Braden in "Breakfast on Pluto" is precisely that a stunning embodiment of a young trans woman's journey that challenges perceptions and resonates with profound empathy.
The film, directed by Neil Jordan and based on the 1998 novel by Patrick McCabe, plunges us into the vibrant yet turbulent world of 1970s and 1980s Ireland and London. It's a coming-of-age story unlike any other, following Kitten's search for her mother and her unwavering quest for self-acceptance in a society struggling to understand her gender identity. Murphy's commitment to the role involved deep immersion into transgender experiences, ensuring a nuanced and respectful depiction of Kitten's struggles and triumphs.
| Full Name | Cillian Murphy |
| Born | May 25, 1976 (age 48 years) Douglas, County Cork, Ireland |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Education | Presentation Brothers College, Cork |
| Years active | 1996present |
| Spouse | Yvonne McGuinness (m. 2004) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Academy Award for Best Actor (Oppenheimer) BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Oppenheimer) Golden Globe Award for Best Actor Motion Picture Drama (Oppenheimer) |
| Notable Works | 28 Days Later, Batman Begins, Peaky Blinders, Oppenheimer, Breakfast on Pluto, Red Eye, The Wind That Shakes the Barley |
| Website | https://www.cillianmurphy.ie/ |
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