Open Asylum
“Too small to be a Republic. Too large to be an insane asylum”
Synopsis
Open Asylum is the debut feature by Colm Villa, a powerful drama set in Northern Ireland during the early 1980s. The story centres on Tom Bradley, a young metalworker whose life is upended by the intense political turmoil of the time. The film delves into both personal and societal struggles amidst the backdrop of conflict, with a particular focus on class and sub-class dynamics—an often-overlooked theme in narratives about the Troubles.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Colm Villa
- Screenplay & Story
- Colm Villa, Dermot Logue
- Original Title
- Open Asylum
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Colm Villa
Colm Villa, Dermot Logue
Steve Keleher
Department Leadership Roster
Colm Villa
Director
Colm Villa
Writer
Dermot Logue
Writer
Steve Keleher
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Open Asylum
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What is Open Asylum about?
Open Asylum is the debut feature by Colm Villa, a powerful drama set in Northern Ireland during the early 1980s. The story centres on Tom Bradley, a young metalworker whose life is upended by the intense political turmoil of the time. The film delves into both personal and societal struggles amidst the backdrop of conflict, with a particular focus on class and sub-class dynamics—an often-overlooked theme in narratives about the Troubles.
Who directed Open Asylum?
Open Asylum was directed by Colm Villa.
Who stars in Open Asylum?
The principal cast of Open Asylum includes Frankie McMenimen, Tommy McAteer, Hugh Gallagher, Alan MacKenzie, Tony McMenimen.
When was Open Asylum released and how long is it?
Open Asylum was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.