Category Archives: Irish
Omagh (2004)
“We would like to call into account the security forces and the police and the politicians in London, Dublin, and Belfast who have promised us so much but have singularly failed to deliver.” Omagh is a made-for-television film directed by … Continue reading
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The Mighty Celt (2005)
Irish coming-of-age tale I tend to avoid films that focus on a child as a central figure, but decided to watch The Mighty Celt directed and written by Pearse Elliott for its subject matter. Set in Ireland, the story concerns … Continue reading
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A Love Divided (1999)
“You can’t fight the whole Catholic Church.” A Love Divided is an effective Irish film set in the 50s and based on a true story. Sheila (Orla Brady) is a protestant woman married to Catholic Sean Cloney (Liam Cunningham). They … Continue reading
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