I Could Read the Sky
Synopsis
The film concerns an old Irish immigrant living in London who is looking back over his life. He recalls his early life in the west of Ireland, his first love, emigrating to England, searching for his brother Joe, who disappeared after he emigrated several years previously. His marriage and wife's later depth is also remembered.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nichola Bruce
- Screenplay & Story
- Nichola Bruce
- Original Score
- Iarla O'Lionaird
- Original Title
- I Could Read the Sky
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Hot Property Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nichola Bruce
Nichola Bruce, Steve Pyke, Timothy O'Grady
Iarla O'Lionaird
Seamus McGarvey, Owen McPolin
Catherine Creed
Paulo Branco, Ben Gibson, Janine Marmot, Nicholas O'Neill, Roger Shannon
Department Leadership Roster
Nichola Bruce
Director
Nichola Bruce
Screenplay
Seamus McGarvey
Director of Photography
Janine Marmot
Producer
Nicholas O'Neill
Producer
Iarla O'Lionaird
Original Music Composer
Owen McPolin
Director of Photography
Catherine Creed
Editor
Jane Bruce
Production Design
Helen Kane
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About I Could Read the Sky
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is I Could Read the Sky about?
The film concerns an old Irish immigrant living in London who is looking back over his life. He recalls his early life in the west of Ireland, his first love, emigrating to England, searching for his brother Joe, who disappeared after he emigrated several years previously. His marriage and wife's later depth is also remembered.
Who directed I Could Read the Sky?
I Could Read the Sky was directed by Nichola Bruce.
Who stars in I Could Read the Sky?
The principal cast of I Could Read the Sky includes Dermot Healy, Stephen Rea, Brendan Coyle, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Jake Williams.
When was I Could Read the Sky released and how long is it?
I Could Read the Sky was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for I Could Read the Sky?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I Could Read the Sky was composed by Iarla O'Lionaird.
Is I Could Read the Sky based on a book or true story?
I Could Read the Sky is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Steve Pyke", Novel: "Timothy O'Grady".