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A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971)

Movie ★ 7.0 75 min

Drama

Based on real stories, using both actors and non-actors, and filmed on location in Dublin, A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) is a rare example of Irish social realism. After years in an industrial school, Martin Cluxton (Derek King) returns home to Dublin but finds considerable prejudice and little opportunity. Broadcast on RTÉ, it was directed by Brian MacLochlainn, co-written by Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh and MacLochlainn, with music by jazz great Louis Stewart.

Brian MacLochlainn Director Brian MacLochlainn Writer Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh Writer

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Released
December 9, 1971
Runtime
75 min
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Cast

Derek King Martin Cluxton Bill Foley Mr Cluxton Dearbhla Molloy Dearbhla Molloy Mary Ann O'Dwyer Mrs Boyle Virginia Cole Chrissie Brendan Kealy Whacker Trolach Oh'Aonghusa 1st Christian Brother Noel Lynch 2nd Christian Brother Áine Ní Mhuirí Mother on Train Liam O'Callaghan Father on Train Vincent Smith 2nd Man on Train Brian McGrath Brian McGrath 1st Vincent de Paul Brother Robert Somerset 2nd Vincent de Paul Brother Collette Proctor Employment Clerk Jim Bartley Jim Bartley Cronin Tom Irvin McGreevey Maureen Ahearne Raquel John Kavanagh John Kavanagh Priest

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton about?
Based on real stories, using both actors and non-actors, and filmed on location in Dublin, A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) is a rare example of Irish social realism. After years in an industrial school, Martin Cluxton (Derek King) returns home to Dublin but finds considerable prejudice and little opportunity. Broadcast on RTÉ, it was directed by Brian MacLochlainn, co-written by Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh and MacLochlainn, with music by jazz great Louis Stewart.
Who directed A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton?
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton was directed by Brian MacLochlainn.
Who stars in A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton?
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton stars Derek King, Bill Foley, Dearbhla Molloy, Ann O'Dwyer.
When was A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton released?
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton is a 1971 drama film.
Where can I watch A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton?
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