My Brothers

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  • 2012
  • 1 hr 24 min
  • 6.5  (223)
  • 51

My Brothers is an emotional journey through rural Ireland that follows the lives of three young brothers: Noel, 17, Paudie, 11, and Scwally, 7. The movie takes place in the 1980s and begins with the boys' father dying suddenly. Their mother has been ill for some time, and they worry that she may not last long either, leaving them orphaned.

Noel takes on the role of the responsible one, trying to hold everything together and provide for his brothers. He works at the local factory and is saving up to buy a car, which he thinks will be the key to their future. Paudie is the middle brother and the troublemaker. He likes to make up stories and tell jokes and is always getting into trouble at school. Scwally is sweet and innocent, and he takes comfort in his toy monkey.

The boys' mother dies, and Noel decides to take his brothers on a road trip to Cork, where he hopes to find a replacement for their mother's broken watch. Along the way, they encounter a number of colorful characters, including a truck driver who offers them a ride and a man who gives them a lift on a horse and cart.

The road trip is full of ups and downs. Paudie gets in trouble with the police, and they have a run-in with a gang of local toughs. They spend a night in a haunted castle and have a close call with a train. But through it all, Noel remains steadfast and determined to keep his brothers safe.

As they get closer to Cork, the boys begin to open up to each other and reveal their deepest fears and desires. They talk about what they want to do with their lives and what they will miss about their mother. They also have some funny and touching moments, like when Paudie teaches Scwally how to drive.

When they reach Cork, Noel finds what he's looking for, but it's not what he expected. The trip has changed him, and he realizes that the key to their future is not a car or any material possession but the bond of love they share as brothers.

My Brothers is a touching and heartfelt movie that explores the complex emotions of grief, loss, and brotherhood. The performances by Tim Creed, Paul Courtney, and Tj Griffin are outstanding, and the scenery and music of rural Ireland add a beautiful and authentic touch to the film. It's a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and feel the power of family and love.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2012
  • Runtime
    1 hr 24 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (223)
  • Metascore
    51