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Film / 1971
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton
Directed by
Brian MacLochlainn
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 …
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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.
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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