LAKELANDS

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Director: Robert Higgins & Patrick McGivney

Stars: Éanna Hardwicke, Danielle Galligan, Lorcan Cranitch

Duration: 99 mins

Language: English

Genre: Drama

Rating: MA 15+

Original Release: 9 July 2022 (Galway)

 

 

 

 

 

 

‘Lakelands’ takes place in a small town in the midlands – the sort of place where Gaelic football is a religion, where identity is defined by what one can do on the pitch. The film tells the story of Cian Reilly, a young Gaelic footballer who struggles to come to terms with a career-ending injury after a violent attack on a night out. At the same time, he begins a friendship with Grace, a nurse who is back in town to look after her ailing father following some time away in London. Cian tries to find meaning in other areas of life, but the pull from the team and pressure from the town is strong. He soon finds himself risking it all by returning to football against doctor’s orders and considering seeking retribution against his assailants. ‘Lakelands’ is a depiction of youth culture in the midlands that we feel hasn’t previously been seen in Irish cinema.

 

WINNER – Best Irish Feature Film – Galway Film Fleadh 2022
NOMINEE – Best Film, Best Lead Actor, Best Actress in a Lead Role – Irish Film and Television Awards 2023

 

“The film comes at you stealthily. It doesn’t appear to deal with great concerns. But it ultimately connects deeply with a thoroughly realised rural community.” – Donald Clarke, Irish Times

 

“With it’s excellent performances, solid direction and a simple yet poignant story, Lakelands is one of those rare hidden gems that deserves a wider audience.” – Rebecca Johnson, Film Focus Online