A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton

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It runs a compact 1h 15m.

Synopsis

Based on real stories, using both actors and non-actors, and filmed on location in Dublin, A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) is a rare example of Irish social realism. After years in an industrial school, Martin Cluxton (Derek King) returns home to Dublin but finds considerable prejudice and little opportunity. Broadcast on RTÉ, it was directed by Brian MacLochlainn, co-written by Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh and MacLochlainn, with music by jazz great Louis Stewart.

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Key crew

• Caoimhín Ó MarcaighWriter
• Brian MacLochlainnDirector
• Brian MacLochlainnWriter

Cast

• Derek KingMartin Cluxton
• Bill FoleyMr Cluxton
• Dearbhla MolloyMary
• Ann O'DwyerMrs Boyle
• Virginia ColeChrissie
• Brendan KealyWhacker
• Trolach Oh'Aonghusa1st Christian Brother
• Noel Lynch2nd Christian Brother
• Áine Ní MhuiríMother on Train
• Liam O'CallaghanFather on Train
• Vincent Smith2nd Man on Train
• Brian McGrath1st Vincent de Paul Brother

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