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Ransom '79

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A look at the life of veteran journalist Charlie Bird as he battles the debilitating effects of MND, while trying to break one final story in the time he has left.

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Harry Guerin RTÉ (Ireland) Ransom '79 combines the ravages of his illness with his relentless pursuit of a story very well and never feels lopsided. Rated: 4/5 Jun 6, 2024 Full Review June Butler Film Ireland Magazine Ransom '79 is a fitting ode to the memory of one of the most honourable and fearless journalists this country has ever seen. May 30, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Colm Quinn

Director

Morgan C. Jones

Voice

Ray Weafer

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Dave Rowe

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Rob McCarthy

Actor

Bertie Ahern

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Synopsis A look at the life of veteran journalist Charlie Bird as he battles the debilitating effects of MND, while trying to break one final story in the time he has left.
Director
Colm Quinn
Producer
John Kelleher, David Power
Screenwriter
Charlie Bird, Colin Murphy, Colm Quinn
Production Co
John Kelleher Media
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
British English
Runtime
1h 24m