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70
Viewer score based on 2 votes.

Critic Score

82
Critics' score based on 30 reviews.
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Theatrical Release Date:
03/16/2007
DVD Release Date:
09/04/2007
Run Time:
126min.
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
IFC
MPAA Rating:
Not Rated
Genre(s):
Drama,War

Plot: Two brothers are caught on differing sides of the battle for Irish freedom in this politically minded historical drama from veteran British filmmaker Ken Loach. Read More

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If you're not up on your Irish history, you may find this very difficult going. Unfortunately, the movie does not present the context of the conflict or the time period in an easily understandable fo... rm. I also found the ending completely unsatisfying and unbelievable. The film was too long, and the characters spend a lot of time yelling at each other. I think it will require a special kind of person to find this film a rewarding experience. Full Review

May 22, 2008
pomspringz

Little is known outside Ireland of the centuries of terror brought upon by the neighboring English but this excellent movie captures a small but important part of the sad history of the Irish struggle... for freedom. Full Review

May 22, 2008
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