Tanz in die Freiheit (1998)

Tanz in die Freiheit: Directed by Pat O’Connor. With Gerard McSorley, Meryl Streep, Michael Gambon, Catherine McCormack. Five unmarried sisters make the most of their simple existence in rural Ireland in the 1930s.

“The acclaimed stage play from Brian Friel has been successfully adapted for the screen in this visual treat from Pat Ou0026#39;Connor. The beautiful landscapes of Donegal do not smother the intelligent performances such as from Meryl Streep (Kate Mundy), Catherine McCormack (Christine Mundy) and Rhys Ifans (Gerry Evans). Those critics who have condemned the movie for being simple and about ordinary people seem to miss the point. This is meant to be a simple story about ordinary people – and that is why it is so moving! More importantly though – u0026#39;Dancing at Lughnasau0026#39; is also entertaining and really deserved better than the mixed reviews on initial release.”