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Permalink Reply by Ryan O'Rourke on December 30, 2013 at 8:12am

Great film, Jean.  A classic, and one of the first movies people mention when the subject of Irish film comes up.

I believe the name of the actor you're trying to remember is Ian Bannen ... is that the one?

Permalink Reply by Sarah Nagle on December 30, 2013 at 8:25am

I mainly remember the sound-track. Thought it was great.

AdminPermalink Reply by Fran Reddy on December 30, 2013 at 10:15am

I remember seeing this. It was great! :

When a lottery winner dies of shock, his fellow townsfolk attempt to claim the money.

Director:

Kirk Jones

Writer:

Kirk Jones

Stars:

Ian Bannen, David Kelly, Fionnula Flanagan

AdminPermalink Reply by Fran Reddy on December 30, 2013 at 10:27am

The trailer is here: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0166396/

Permalink Reply by jean kaniecki on December 31, 2013 at 9:12am

Have to watch this again.  My speakers died also!  So this trailer was a teaser.

 

Permalink Reply by Kelly O'Rourke on December 30, 2013 at 4:32pm

Thanks for reminding me, gang.  This one is due for a re-watch!  So funny and light-hearted, capturing much of the rural Irish spirit I believe.  Recommended despite excessive old-man-naked-butt scenes!

GaeilgeoirPermalink Reply by Jane Sherry Gardner on January 3, 2014 at 10:44am

I loved this film.  The acting was wonderful; the characters unforgettable, especially David Kelly's character, Michael O'Sullivan.  I'd watch it again in a minute!

Permalink Reply by jean kaniecki on January 3, 2014 at 2:01pm

Relax and enjoy watching it with a glass of B ulmers in cold Sturbridge. Lived in Leominster for about 5 years and Ma. is my favorite place in US.  Haven't forgiven my husband for moving me- and that ws 30 years ago - but hey, I'm Irish and I hold a grudge.

Permalink Reply by Gerry Regan on January 4, 2014 at 11:48am

Love the come-uppance depicted, in such a whimsical, comical and hugely surprising, manner. One of the best Irish films ever made! Trying to avoid a spoiler here.

Permalink Reply by Lisa Shea Megna on September 17, 2014 at 4:23pm

Definitely one of my favorites!