Review of The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) by Chris W — 30 Apr 2008
Ken Loach's incendiary film about the Irish troubles is many things.Set around the civil war that erupted when the British/Irish peace treaty split the Irish Republican Army in half, the stroy,beautifully written by Paul Laverty,focuses in on two brothers on either side of the battle.
With a stirring performance from Cillian Murphy,and an unflinching eye for the brutality of this war,Loach crafts a film of real gut and heart.Moving and relevant, much like the majority of Loach's work.
This review of The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) was written by Chris W on 30 Apr 2008.
The Wind That Shakes the Barley has generally received very positive reviews.
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