Directed by:
Suri KrishnammaScreenplay:
Barry DevlinCinematography:
Ashley RoweComposer:
Julian NottCast:
Albert Finney, Brenda Fricker, Michael Gambon, Tara Fitzgerald, Rufus Sewell, Patrick Malahide, David Kelly, Paudge Behan, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Joan O'Hara (more)Plots(1)
A middle-aged Irish bus conductor with a passion for the writings of Oscar Wilde causes controversy when he attempts to stage Wilde's Salome in this period drama set in early 1960s Dublin. Alfie Byrne (Albert Finney) is a well-liked local figure, a life-long bachelor who charms his bus passengers with dramatic recitations of Wilde's poetry. One day, he spots a beautiful young woman named Adele (Tara Fitzgerald) who inspires him to attempt to stage Salome with her as the title character. Wilde's play inspires outrage amongst the more conservative members of the community, who attempt to shut Alfie down. Rather than giving in, however, Alfie chooses to be true to himself, a decision that forces him to face his true self, particularly his feelings towards his young, handsome co-worker Robbie Fay (Rufus Sewell). (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Cast
Albert Finney
UK
Best movies:
The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
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Brenda Fricker
Ireland
Best movies:
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Michael Gambon
Ireland
Best movies:
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Tara Fitzgerald
UK
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Rufus Sewell
UK
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Patrick Malahide
UK
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The Killing Fields (1984)
David Kelly
Ireland
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Paudge Behan
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Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Ireland
Best movies:
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Joan O'Hara
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Enda Oates
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Catherine Byrne
Ireland
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Vincent Walsh
Ireland
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Joe Savino
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Ingrid Craigie
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Brendan Conroy
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Mick Lally
UK
Best movies:
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