Synopsis
Belfast 1972: The politically naive Bernie is trying to bring up a normal family in less than normal surroundings. Her best friend is accidentally shot dead by the IRA, and her neighbours are constantly raided by the army. In this climate of fear she stands up and condemns the murders. Criticising both factions, her call for a ceasefire is interpreted as an attack against the IRA, and as her peace movement takes momentum, she and her family are placed in the frontline.
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Cast
- Julie WaltersBernie McPhelimy
- Ciarán HindsAidan McPhelimy
- Nuala O'NeillAnnie McPhelimy
- James LoughranThomas McPhelimy
- Elizabeth DonaghySinead McPhelimy
- Barry LoughranBrendan McPhelimy
- Ciarán McMenaminOwen/Dino
- Jaz PollockPatsy French
- Caolan ByrneNiall French
- Aingeal GrehanDeirdre
Recommendations
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Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Michell captures the awkwardness of real-world behavior with gentle, unforced humor. - 80
Washington Post
In its heart burns the indomitable flame of the human spirit. - 75
Chicago Tribune
As solid as the earth, rich as a good meal and sometimes funny as hell. - 75
San Francisco Chronicle
A tense, intelligent and sober film. - 75
Boston Globe
Mother's peace crusade ennobles Irish Town. - 75
Christian Science Monitor
Michell treats the Irish troubles of the 1970s with clear-eyed compassion, and Walters's performance ranks with her best. - 75
New York Post
Well worth seeing for Walters, whose comic and dramatic gifts are showcased to very entertaining effect. - 70
Los Angeles Times
An admirable, thoughtful venture, but it may leave you with the feeling that you've seen it all before.
