Shown: November 16, 2025 at 6pm
Director : Pat O'Connor
Country : Ireland
Release Date : 1998
Duration : 91 mins
Language : English
Subtitles : No
It is the summer of 1936 and Europe is on the verge of terrible change. But far removed from the frightening violence, the Mundy family are sheltered in their close-knit home in Ballybeg, Donegal. Michael, the illegitimate son of the youngest sister, feels the joy and security of his family. But when his father comes home, the cracks begin to show. Secrets and sorrows break through the happiness and repressed passion is released. Lingering below the surface lie concealed anxieties which will tear the world apart and change Ballybeg and the family forever. Starring Meryl Street, Kathy Burke and Michael Gambon.
“Beautifully photographed, the multi-layered screenplay creates moments of real pathos and others of incredible joy. A small but gleaming gem.” (Empire magazine)