The movie
The Banshees of Inisherin
Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.
Length: 114 min
Country: Ireland, United States
Language spoken: English
Language subtitles: Dutch
Cast: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, Kerry Condon
Director: Martin McDonagh
Release date: 2022
Description
Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, The Banshees of Inisherin follows lifelong friends Padraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Padraic, aided by his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon) and troubled young islander Dominic (Barry Keoghan), endeavours to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Padraic's repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend's resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences.
Reviews
"'A Guinness-black comedy of male pain'”
