The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
Powerful drama set in 1960s Ireland about a young, unmarried mother-to-be whose family sends her to a convent. There, out of sight of society, her work in the laundry provides her with close friendships, which bring hope and relief from daily prayer and penance. (Radio Times)
Ratings
IMDb7.6/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Aisling WalshDirector
- Lizzie MickeryWriter
Cast
- Anne-Marie DuffAnne Marie / Theresa
- Bronagh GallagherKitty
- John KavanaghFrank
- Karen ArdiffNuala
- Ruth BradleyAngela
- Ruth McCabeRev. Mother Paul
- Tina KellegherSister Bernadette
- Eileen GibbonsSister Frances
- Deirdre HerbertSister Cecillia
- Michael ColganEamonn
- Veronica DuffyAunt Collette
- Ger RyanNiamh
Themes
roman catholic churchmagdalene asylum