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Back to Barrytown

2021

Seasons & Episodes

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EP1 The Commitments May 16, 2021

We explore the story behind Roddy Doyle’s book that brought Hollywood to town, and take a nostalgic journey around a film that still holds a key place in the hearts of Irish people 30 years after its release.

EP2 The Snapper May 23, 2021

We look back at the film adaptation of The Snapper through the eyes of cast and crew including actress Tina Kellegher, writer Roddy Doyle, and director Stephen Frears. We discover the stories behind the memorable characters of Georgie Burgess and Sharon Curley and how they were brought to our screens.

EP3 The Van May 30, 2021

With contributions from Stephen Frears, Brendan O’Carroll, Neilí Conroy, and Ger Ryan, we learn the story behind The Van, meet locals who took part in the film, and relive the magical time of Italia '90.
5.5| 0h30m| en
Synopsis

Colm Meaney presents a celebration of Roddy Doyle's trilogy about Dublin family the Rabbittes and the film adaptations of the books, The Commitments, The Snapper and The Van.

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Also starring Roddy Doyle

Rosie
Rosie
The Van
The Van
The Snapper
The Snapper

Reviews

Karry Best movie of this year hands down!
Evengyny Thanks for the memories!
Actuakers One of my all time favorites.
Lela The tone of this movie is interesting -- the stakes are both dramatic and high, but it's balanced with a lot of fun, tongue and cheek dialogue.

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