10 Irish films that are best immersed in the atmosphere of the country

1. Calvary

Calvary

• Ireland, UK, 2013.
• Drama, crime, detective.
• Duration: 102 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.4.

Father James is a priest in a small Irish town. During Sunday confession, an unknown man promises to kill him. The minister of the church has a week to solve old problems or contact the police.

The film "Calvary" was filmed in Ireland, and the beautiful landscape of the country is an accompaniment to a sharp dramatic plot. Despite the fact that the story is tragic to the limit, there is a lot of humor in the picture. Possibly John Michael McDonagh's best film.

2. Once upon a time in Ireland

The Guard

• Ireland, 2011
• Thriller, comedy, crime.
• Duration: 96 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.3.

The hot-tempered Irish police officer is used to working by his own rules. But in order to uncover an international cartel, he is forced to team up with an FBI agent. The problem is that Irishman does not know how to work and leads a too relaxed lifestyle.

Another great film by John Michael McDonagh starring Brendan Gleeson. The director's debut turned out to be the most successful - many fell in love with McDonagh for his aggressive and black humor.

3. Hunger

Hunger

• UK, Ireland, 2008.
• Thriller, drama, crime, biography.
• Duration: 96 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.5.

Prisoners from the Irish Republican Army are trying by any means to knock out political status for themselves. However, the attempts made by them are insufficient: the rejection of clothing and washing does not bring success. Then they decide to go on a hunger strike.

The Hunger is Steve McQueen's directorial debut and is based on a true story that took place in 1981 at Maze Prison. This is one of the best roles. Michael Fassbender, who lost 20 kg before filming.

4. To the west

Into the West

• Ireland, UK, 1992.
• Fantasy, adventure, family.
• Duration: 97 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.0.

Two boys have the incredible fortune of having their grandfather bring home a horse. They dream of growing up as quickly as possible and becoming cowboys. And they are not embarrassed by the fact that the animal lives right in the apartment. Everything changes when the mare is taken away by the police: now the boys are ready to return her back by any means, including theft.

The Irish film "Into the West" was liked by the audience for its kindness. Filming took place in several locations, but they all reflect the life of provincial Ireland.

5. Gap

Intermission

• Ireland, UK, 2003.
• Drama, melodrama, comedy, crime.
• Duration: 105 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.8.

An experienced thief decides on the crime of the century. To turn the case, he finds accomplices. However, something goes wrong during the robbery.

The film intertwines several insane storylines, and each of them is difficult to describe. Despite the bright cast (Colin Farrell starred in The Gap, Cillian Murphy, Michael McElhatton) and excellent humor, the picture failed at the box office. Perhaps the audience was confused by the abundance of swearing: the characters pronounce the word fuck and its derivatives 150 times with a timing of 105 minutes.

6. Hit the jackpot

Perrier's Bounty

• Ireland, UK, 2009.
• Action, thriller, comedy, crime.
• Duration: 88 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.3.

Michael is an ordinary Dublin resident who crossed the road to a local gang. Her head is ready to do everything to find the offender who decided to leave. True, Michael does not succeed. He, along with his father (who does not sleep because he decided that the next dream will be fatal) is forced to search all over the city for money to pay off.

"To hit the jackpot" is also known as "Perrier's generosity" - both names are used in Russia. A dynamic and funny comedy about Dublin will appeal to fans black humor. True, it was filmed in London. Starring Brendan Gleeson and Cillian Murphy.

7. my left leg

My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown

• Ireland, UK, 1989.
• Drama, biography.
• Duration: 103 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.8.

Christy Brown has cerebral palsy. He can only move his left toe. But this is enough for him to fulfill his dream and become an artist.

This touching film will not leave anyone indifferent. Daniel Day-Lewis won an Oscar for his role in it.

8. The wind that shakes the heather

The Wind that Shakes the Barley

• Ireland, UK, 2006.
• Drama, military.
• Duration: 127 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.5.

IN beginning of last century Ireland is desperately fighting for independence. Britain tries to crush pockets of resistance and uses troops, but retreats. However, the people of Ireland cannot return to normal life, as a civil war begins.

The brutal drama won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Starring Cillian Murphy and Liam Cunningham.

9. Michael Collins

Michael Collins

• UK, Ireland, USA, 1996.
• Thriller, drama, military, biography.
• Duration: 133 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.1.

Michael Collins was one of the leaders of the Irish who fought for independence. For some time he headed Southern Ireland - a temporary public entity. Collins is considered one of the symbols of the revolution that led to the emergence of modern Ireland.

The film "Michael Collins" was awarded the "Golden Lion" at the Venice Film Festival. The film stars Liam Neeson, a native of Northern Ireland.

10. Banshee of Inisherina

The Banshees of Inisherin

• UK, USA, Ireland, 2022.
• Drama, comedy.
• Duration: 114 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.8.

A quarrel between two best friends turns into a real tragedy. Colm tells his friend Padraik that he no longer wants to communicate with him, and promises to chop off his finger for any attempt to talk. Padraik does not understand what happened, so he tries to figure it out.

It is director Martin McDonagh that people associate with Irish cinema. But "Banshee Inisherina" with Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell is his first film shot in Ireland. The tape was nominated for many Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Actor. But the Banshees of Inisherin unexpectedly won nothing.