Open Asylum

Open Asylum is the debut feature by Colm Villa, a powerful drama set in Northern Ireland during the early 1980s. The story centres on Tom Bradley, a young metalworker whose life is upended by the intense political turmoil of the time. The film delves into both personal and societal struggles amidst the backdrop of conflict, with a particular focus on class and sub-class dynamics—an often-overlooked theme in narratives about the Troubles.

• Colm VillaDirector
• Colm VillaWriter
• Dermot LogueWriter

• Frankie McMenimenCast
• Tommy McAteerCast
• Hugh GallagherCast
• Alan MacKenzieCast
• Tony McMenimenCast
• Colm VillaCast
• Robin PercivalCast
• Alwin HannaCast
• John RoddyCast
• Connor PorterCast
• Nina HuttonCast
• James RooneyCast