The Wind That Shakes the Barley

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Marco L @decatur555 Dec 7 A powerful historical drama by Ken Loach, following Ireland’s struggle for independence through ordinary people caught in an impossible conflict. The film is emotional without trying to manipulate the audience, focusing on daily life, fear, division, and the painful cost of political ideals. Cillian Murphy delivers an extraordinary performance, vulnerable and intense without theatrics. Loach avoids sentimental spectacle and shows violence in a raw and realistic way, letting silence and tension speak for themselves. The film is not a heroic tale, but a deeply human story where freedom arrives with betrayal, sacrifice, and sadness. Thoughtful, beautifully acted, and emotionally lasting. See more Claudio C Sep 9 The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) The Irish War of Independence and the Irish Civil War (11,906 – 09 Sep 2025 – by Claudio Carvalho) During my recent visit to the Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, the guide suggested the visitors to watch “The Wind That Shakes the Barley” (2006). This movie is about The Irish War of Independence (1919-1921) and The Irish Civil War (1922-1923), following two fictional brothers throughout this period. Like others Ken Loach’s films, the plot is engaging and shows a troubled period in Ireland, when Irish people achieved their independence from the British Empire. Then it shows the subsequent period of The Irish Civil War, when each brother takes a side, ending in their showdown. Unfortunately, I do not know the history of Ireland, but the movie seems to be neutral in the positions without judgements. The acting is top-notch, with a fantastic cast with Cillian Murphy in the lead role. My vote is eight. Title (Brazil): “Ventos da Liberdade” (“Winds of Freedom”) My Blog: https://maniacosporfilme.wordpress.com/ See more Ben M Mar 23 Amazing film that perfectly encapsulates the struggle of the average Irishman during the British oppression See more Paul S Dec 29 When you're an Irishman watching a movie in 2024 about the British rule in Ireland pre-independence, and you find your blood boiling and your heart rate racing; you know that the makers and director have created something important. See more Freedom L 10/31/2024 Brilliant movie a must see See more Ali W 10/20/2024 I love this movie. I’ve watched four times and keep returning to it over the years. Masterclass in filmmaking with powerful story and great performances See more Read all reviews

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