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Man of Arran

Nov 3, 2023

0h 19m

★ 10.0

A love letter to humanity from a wise man

Overview

"Man of Arran" is a cinematic exploration of the beauty of Ireland's coastline, juxtaposed with the inner strength of 83-year-old Paddy Conaghan, a man who refuses to let age define him. Embarking on an extraordinary adventure: circumnavigating Ireland, diving into winter seas, literally immersing himself in Irelands rugged coastal beauty, and promoting the cause of mental health awareness. Through, stunning visuals, heartfelt interviews, and Paddy's captivating storytelling, Man of Arran aims to transport the audience into Paddy's world and his mission.

Genres

Adventure

Documentary

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History

Production Companies

MAC Visual Media

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Cast

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Paddy Conaghan

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7.4

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0.0

This Is Nicholas: Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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4.8

Living With Lions

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6.8

Jimmy's Hall

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6.9

Michael Collins

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8.0

Barry Lyndon

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6.7

Patriot Games

Jun 4, 1992

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7.2

Bloody Sunday

Jan 25, 2002

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8.2

Wolfwalkers

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10.0

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Nov 4, 2022

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6.0

Untamed

Mar 1, 1955

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9.0

Troubled

May 23, 2023

While the overt violence and conflict associated with the Troubles may have subsided since the Good Friday Agreement, it is true that many people in Northern Ireland continue to be affected by the legacy of the conflict. This includes individuals who were directly impacted by the violence, as well as those who continue to struggle with the social, economic, and political consequences of the conflict. While the actual violence and conflict may have ended, the legacy of the Troubles still lingers on in Northern Ireland; many are still struggling to come to terms with what happened and find a way to move forward.

9.0

Tall Tales: The Ireland of Orson Welles

Oct 17, 2021

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9.4

D'Unbelievables D'Telly

Jan 1, 1998

Irish Comedy Starring Jon Kenny & Pat Shortt

6.6

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6.0

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5.4

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6.4

Into the West

Oct 23, 1992

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Man of Arran

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