Going into too much detail on the failings of this dreadful film undoubtedly brings the risk of elevating it to the level of worthiness of criticism.
The story is completely nonsensical and reminds me of the times we can all remember when we had to write a story in primary school - made a decent start and middle but rushed a poor ending. Well, the entirety of this film was less inventive than such a rushed ending.
The actions and counter-actions of the two main protagonists, particularly Colm, were utterly ridiculous to behold. The two (saving) graces were firstly, the acting performances, particularly of Kerry Condon and the stupendous Barry Keoghan, and secondly, the beautifully-shot West of Ireland scenery. I repeat - those graces weren't saving ones.
I sincerely hope, as an Irishman, that the viewing world doesn't make any logical conclusions about the Irish on the strength of this film. Hopefully, it will be seen as some twisted art-house film in Quiet Man clothing.
The story is completely nonsensical and reminds me of the times we can all remember when we had to write a story in primary school - made a decent start and middle but rushed a poor ending. Well, the entirety of this film was less inventive than such a rushed ending.
The actions and counter-actions of the two main protagonists, particularly Colm, were utterly ridiculous to behold. The two (saving) graces were firstly, the acting performances, particularly of Kerry Condon and the stupendous Barry Keoghan, and secondly, the beautifully-shot West of Ireland scenery. I repeat - those graces weren't saving ones.
I sincerely hope, as an Irishman, that the viewing world doesn't make any logical conclusions about the Irish on the strength of this film. Hopefully, it will be seen as some twisted art-house film in Quiet Man clothing.