RÓISE AGUS FRANK

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Director: Rachael Moriarty & Peter Murphy

Stars: Bríd Ní Neachtain, Cillian O’Gairbhi, Lorcan Cranitch

Duration: 90 mins

Language: Irish

Genre: Drama

Rating: PG

Original Release: 16 September 2022 (Ireland)

 

 

 

It is two years since Róise lost the love of her life, her husband Frank. She is now isolated in grief, cut off from family and community. The arrival of a mysterious dog, who seems intent on connecting with Róise, heralds huge change but is it for the better? The dog loves sport and steaks, has a favourite armchair and an aversion to their neighbour, Donncha. Róise quickly realises that this dog is her beloved Frank, reincarnated. While her son worries that his mother has lost her mind, the local community seem to embrace the idea of Frank’s return, especially as he coaches ashy local kid to become a star player and ensure success for the school team. Róise is happy once more but is there a real future for her with a dog-husband?

 

WINNER – Best Actress in a Lead Role (Film) – Irish Film and Television Awards 2023
WINNER – Best Comedy Feature – San Diego International Film Festival 2022

 

“The film toys with whimsy, but it is always at home to emotional honesty. There are worthwhile arguments being made about the difficulty of remaining connected to the bereaved when the wider family has moved on” – Donald Clarke, Irish Times

 

“A retro country-comfort homespun watch which … has its naive tail-wagging charms as child-friendly entertainment” – Fionnuala Halligan, Screen International