Critics love Martin McDonagh’s new film “The Banshees of Inisherin,” which reunites Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, his two leads from 2008’s black crime comedy “In Bruges”As feuding with former friends.
It was shown at the 2022 Venice Film Festival. Farrell won the Volpi Cup as Best Actor, while McDonagh won Best Screenplay. McDonagh received the same award five-years ago. “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,”This was the starting point for an Oscar in that same category. “Billboards”Oscars winners were Frances McDormand (star) and Sam Rockwell (star).
Could this be the film that finally earns Farrell an Academy Award nomination? He won a Golden Globe as an actor. “In Bruges,” is overdue for some Oscar love, as is Gleeson, an Emmy winner for 2009’s “Into the Storm.”
Here’s what you need to know about when and where to watch the movie, which is sure to be top of this years awards discussions.
When is the “The Banshees of Inisherin’s”Release Date
The film opened in limited release on Friday, October 21. It will be expanding to additional theaters over the next few weeks.
It is “The Banshees of Inisherin”Is it streaming?
It’s currently playing only in theaters. It’s from Searchlight Pictures, so expect to see it on Hulu when it hits streaming.
Who is in the “The Banshees of Inisherin” Cast?
Colin Farrell as Pádraic Súilleabháin, Brendan Gleeson as Colm Doherty, Kerry Condon as Siobhán Súilleabháin, Barry Keoghan as Dominic Kearney, Pat Shortt as Jonjo Devine, Jon Kenny as Gerry, Gary Lydon as Peadar Kearney, Sheila Flitton as Mrs. McCormick, and David Pearse as the Priest
What is it? “The Banshees of Inisherin” About?
Pádraic (Farrell) is stunned when his lifelong pal Colm (Gleeson) unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. He enlists the aid of his sister Siobhán (Condon) and troubled young Dominic (Keoghan) to help patch things up. Colm refuses to give up and gives an ultimatum that leads him to a shocking turn in events.
What is it? “The Banshees of Inisherin” Rated?
R is for strong graphic violence, gore and pervasive language. There are some sexuality/nudity, and substance abuse (alcohol, drugs).
You can watch the video “The Banshees of Inisherin”Trailer
