noladoll
So few films today provide such a rich and gritty study of both human frailty and human spirit and redemption. White Irish Drinkers is definitely one of them.I loved it. I saw it last night and I have thought about it several times since - a mark of a good film.I am going to act like I didn't see it and watch it again with my husband tonight. Don't think you can get a better endorsement than that.Only very minor issues:It is a coming of age story. All the characters are tremendously real with Karen Allen the exception. She was too cliché and wasn't able to pull off enough suffering commensurate with what she was actually going throughHa....can't believe I actually did see a blooper. It is set in 1975 and in the opening credits scenes, there is a picture of a molded white plastic chair...which didn't exist back them. I am surprised no one noticed...especially 3 minutes into the movie.
jeffmclean22
Coming from a strong Irish background, the title automatically drew me in and I was hooked from the start.This is one of those movies that you just don't seem to see anymore. It is real, and plays all your emotions. It is one of those straight forward movies that doesn't beat around anything: it has conflict, humor, the family drama, and romance.The acting is phenomenal as well too.. Karen Allen, Stephen Lang, and Nick Thurston were PERFECT for their roles.. I think we will be seeing a lot more of Nick after this movie gets out.Over all I give it a 10 ... and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this movie to anyone!
tjbg
This is such an incredible piece of work. A friend of mine had seen it and recommended it to me, and I'm so glad I got the opportunity to see it. This indie has it all: excellent writing, captivating cinematography, and an incredibly talented cast. It was so refreshing to see new talent like Nick Thurston work so incredibly well with the veterans of the cast. Stephen Lang, Karen Allen, and Geoff Wigdor also have captivating performances, but newcomer Thurston really stole the show for me. The story line beautifully carries the weight of alcoholism and the conflict of staying loyal to family while also trying to find your own way. Like any good film, White Irish Drinkers carries the viewer through a multitude of emotions, and they're left with a powerful presentation. You can really feel the director's passion for the story, and the characters' authenticity pulls in any audience. This isn't one to miss.
allison-sheppe
When I saw White Irish Drinkers at its opening in LA, it was one of the most memorable experiences I've ever had at a movie theater. The film truly resonated throughout the audience with the passion of its actors, the heartfelt progression of the story, and the uplifting journey that a man takes to overcome his current situation. The energy was incredible! The real beauty of this film is how it truly captures the dynamics of family, the pain when members struggle, the perseverance to keep it together, and the occasional pauses to smile and appreciate love. Also a huge fan of newcomer Nick Thurston, whose presence in the film holds its own against a phenomenal cast with Karen Allen and Stephen Lang. As the film concluded, the audience gave a standing ovation. Definitely worth seeing.
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