Went to see a preview screening of this last night.. OMG - hypnotic
National release May 13th I think
Only repeating what others are saying, but what a beautiful film!
As an earlier poster said, Irish critics can go overboard in their praise of any half-decent Irish film, so I was a little suspect beforehand, but boy did they hit the nail on the head with this one.
I almost never enjoy child actors' performances, as they are almost always overacting, but the little girl (Catherine Clinch) was just magnificent. Her understanding of the nuances and subtlety of human behaviour/expression was amazing for someone so young.
Highly recommended.
I saw this last night in an almost packed theatre. What a beautiful film, very nostalgic for me, and for most of us watching, judging by the laughter and response.
One of the earlier scenes with Eibhlín and Cáit going to the well for the first time together, wow, simply stunning. And that's probably what made it work so well, it seemed very low tech, very normal, easy going and believable.
Heard him praising it on Brett Goldsteins podcast. Great publicity. Totally deserving.
Filming was done somewhere in Meath, and yes there was (and still is) a Gaeltacht pocket around Ring/An Rinn!
I was talking to someone about the film and they told there is (or maybe they was) a Gaeltacht area in Waterford around Ring - which is apparently where the Kinsella farm is supposed to be.
I don’t think any filming was done in Waterford though.
yeah I went to a preview screening - Q&A with the director and some of the crew - twas a fab night
Okay, that answers that ;)
Were you at a screening with a Q&A with filmmakers?
i actually asked the director about this - his answer was "We made it under the Cine4 scheme which is for Irish-language films and is funded by TG4, Screen Ireland and the BAI"
I had assumed before going that the movie was going to be set in the Gaeltacht so was surprised that it was Waterford.
Was there households and communities around Ireland at that time Irish was the first language?
Or was it simply the desire of the filmmakers for Irish to be the primary language of the film regardless?
Getting to a cinema is difficult but I want to go see this again too.
I really wanted this movie to just keep on going
It was a delight to hear Wanderly Wagon playing on the TV off screen.
I hadn’t heard of Rosie & Frank. I would look it up - will keep an eye out though. Thanks for mentioning it.
Yes I kept thinking something bad was going to happen the child.
I kept telling myself drowning in the well was way too predictable but the way scene unfolded - and so slowly - my heart stopped. I was so relieved to see her walking across the field the at I nearly cried.
"meditative" for sure.. my sentiments exactly.. twas like the director brought us down to the basics.. then BOOM.. and I wasn't expecting it.. I felt angry for a time.. but then touched.. it really was beautifully made
I never go back to the cinema a 2nd time to watch a movie, but I did for this. Just as remarkable on 2nd viewing. The cinematography is extraordinary; the performances magical; it's almost a meditative experience in some ways.
Is this still eligable for the awards season next year? It really is that good.
Every single aspect of this is just magical. Honestly, one of the best films I've seen in years. I would urge everyone to go see it. It's magnificent.
It's a gorgeous film, isn't it? So evocative for those of us who grew up in the 70's/80's.
My niece has a part in it, so we were at the showing for the opening of the DIFF - and while I'd heard about it, and the book, I wasn't prepared for the effect the ending would have on me - I was in absolute ribbons coming out of the cinema!
Between it, and Arracht (couldn't be more different, but equally gorgeous), and Róise and Frank (which I haven't seen, but is on my list), all collecting awards all over the shop, the Irish language in film is having quite a moment!
yes, I was like, if "this" happens, i'm walking out.. 😳
Saw it a few days ago and thought it was great.
When she ran to the well on her own and fell in, I thought she was going to drown, that would have been beyond dark
i really think its worth seeing in cinema.... in order to fully get into the vibe of the movie.. like, its kinda meditative - zero distractions needed in order to feel its full impact.. well, that would be my thinking on it anyway.. depends on the person I guess.. if your not easily distracted then at home might be ok..
Only in cinemas.
Went to see this last night. An absolutely stunning little movie. The cinematography was beautiful.
Is it only in cinema's or can it be streamed anywhere?
I can only urge you to have a rethink. The book is exquisite and the small differences between book and film are also very interesting to observe.
But yes, maybe at the end of summer, when the images from the film have faded a bit and the book can be read on its own terms :)
I have the book but actually don't wanna read it having watched the film; I dunno why - a combination of the fear that I might loose the magic of the film or that it might affect me even more deeply (though I am lucky to be able to say, I had a great childhood; good parents, food and shoes etc... and got to run free in the countryside)
I saw this yesterday. I was aware that it was as being praised and had won at the IFTAs but knew nothing else and honestly I was grim and depressing.
What a fantastic movie. Brilliant performances, a heartbreaking story, fabulous cinematography and filmmaking.
You know a mile off that the Kinsella’s have a secret and can easily guess what it is - it has been done a thousand times - but how it unfolds and the aftermath make it seem new.
The kid is an absolute treasure.
I haven’t yet been brought to tears by a movie but I came damn close when Seán left the Kimberley biscuit on the table for Cáit.
Saw it in the IFI recently followed by Q&A with director and cast.
Can only echo all the other comments, it's a beautiful film and weepy without being at all sentimental.
Surprised no-one has mentioned the source material: the story/novella Foster by Claire Keegan. A beautiful piece of contemporary literature, and this is a rare case where both book and film are equally excellent.
a powerful review - fab.. yep - twas sooooo good..
I'm always wary when it comes to irish films, and usually that's not without cause. I'd read universally good reviews but even then I feel sometimes irish critics when reviewing irish films may be slightly liberal with their praise. It's hard to sort the wheat from the chaff but in this case the reviews where spot on. It is absolutely brilliant. Sincere and genuinely moving, there was definitely potential to veer over into mawkishness but thankfully that never happened. The acting from everyone is superb, it's almost like watching a documentary it's that well done. I used to visit relatives down the country when I was kid and this is ridiculously accurate in capturing life on a farm in rural Ireland. I think its set during the 1970s which adds to this atmosphere of stillness and quiet which is lovely. Go see it if you haven't already, not because it's an irish film and you wanna do your duty but because its simply a really good movie.
Didn't feel like I was watching actors (the family, the girl). Really glad I went to see it.
i have never been affected by a movie like that before.. twas like I was being drawn in - without knowing.. twas quite meditative really upon reflection..
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