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Celtic Thunder X is a musical film featuring the popular Irish singing group, Celtic Thunder. The film, released in 2018, marks the group's tenth anniversary, hence the title "X." The film showcases the group's signature blend of traditional Irish music, contemporary pop, and rock music, with a number of original songs and covers. The film begins with a dramatic opening sequence that highlights the group's history and achievements over the past decade. It features clips from some of their most iconic performances, behind-the-scenes footage, and interviews with the group's members. This montage sets the stage for the rest of the film, which is a celebration of the group's artistry and talents.

The rest of the film is divided into three acts, each featuring different songs and themes. The first act is called "New Dawn," and it features some of the group's most recent songs as well as some new material. The first song, "Home from Home," sets the tone for the act, with its upbeat and cheerful melody. The act features several other upbeat songs, including "Whiskey in the Jar" and "Danny Boy," as well as some slower ballads like "The Voices" and "My Irish Molly-O." The first act ends with a rousing version of "Ireland's Call," one of the group's most popular songs.

The second act is called "Light and Shade," and it features a more diverse range of songs and moods than the first act. The act begins with an a cappella version of "Amazing Grace," which sets a somber tone. This is followed by several other slower songs, including "Mountains of Mourne" and "Mull of Kintyre." However, the act also features some more upbeat and energetic songs, such as "Galway Girl" and "Raggle Taggle Gypsy." One of the highlights of this act is the group's version of "Perthshire Majesty," a beautiful and haunting original song.

The final act is called "Legacy," and it features some of the group's most iconic songs that have become fan favorites over the years. The act opens with a beautiful rendition of "The Wild Rover," which immediately gets the audience singing along. Other songs in this act include "Caledonia," "Seven Drunken Nights," and "Turning Away." The act and the film itself come to a powerful conclusion with the group's rendition of "Ireland's Call," which they perform with the entire stage lit up in green lights.

Throughout the film, the group's love of their Irish heritage and culture comes through in both their song choices and their between-song banter. They tell stories about their childhoods in Ireland and share their love of traditional Irish music. However, they also showcase their versatility by showcasing several contemporary songs such as "Hello" by Adele and "Brothers in Arms" by Mark Knopfler.

Overall, Celtic Thunder X is a celebration of the incredible music and talent of Celtic Thunder. The group's performance is top-notch, and their energy and charisma are infectious. It's a film that will leave you tapping your feet, clapping your hands, and singing along to classic Irish tunes.