Four Days in July

1984

1h 36m

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6.4/10

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Two couples, one Catholic, one Protestant, exist on two sides of the chasm that is everyday life in Northern Ireland.

Directors

Mike Leigh

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Mike Leigh(writer by)

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Brid Brennan

Des McAleer

Paula Hamilton

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Colette

Eugene

Lorraine

Billy

Big Billy

Little Billy

Brendan

Carmel

Dixie McConville

Mickey

Mr McCoy

Mr Roper

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Directors

Mike Leigh

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Mike Leigh(writer by)

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I realized I had watched this movie many years ago, as we have a lot of Mike Leigh's films, but though there were a few spots that sparked a memory, I didn't recall enough to spoil the pleasure of watching it this time. It is a quiet movie, especially considering that it takes place during the Irish "Troubles," and that seems to have ruffled some reviewers' feathers. Me, I am always up for a slow-paced movie as long as I like the characters and there is some subtle wit and humor included, which this movie had by the bucketful. The only two actors I recognized I like, who were Charles Lawson from Coronation Street and Stephen Rea. They were good, but actually the entire ensemble cast more than carried their weight in this interesting character study. as for those that say nothing happens; well, if you can't get into the mood for a quiet movie, perhaps you should swerve this one and find a juicy body count movie. I would suggest you use captions if they are available. they talk fast sometime in their distinctive Irish accents.

narrator5613 Jan, 2024