A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Derek King
Martin Cluxton
Bill Foley
Mr Cluxton
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
1st Vincent de Paul Brother
Robert Somerset
2nd Vincent de Paul Brother
Collette Proctor
Employment Clerk
Jim Bartley
Cronin
Tom Irvin
McGreevey
Maureen Ahearne
Raquel
John Kavanagh
Priest
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian MacLochlainn
- Screenplay & Story
- Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh, Brian MacLochlainn
- Original Score
- Louis Stewart
- Original Title
- A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- RTÉ
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian MacLochlainn
Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh, Brian MacLochlainn
Louis Stewart
Department Leadership Roster
Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh
Writer
Brian MacLochlainn
Director
Brian MacLochlainn
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton
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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?
The principal cast of A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton includes Derek King, Bill Foley, Dearbhla Molloy, Ann O'Dwyer, Virginia Cole.
When was A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton released and how long is it?
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton was composed by Louis Stewart.