Hush-a-Bye Baby
Synopsis
1980s Derry: Goretti Friel, one of a spirited group of teenage friends, meets Ciarán at her Irish language class, and romance blossoms. When he is arrested and imprisoned by the British army, Goretti is dismayed to find herself pregnant. Left to deal with the crisis alone, she is tormented by the conflicts of her growing belly and the influence of a Catholic upbringing.
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Hush-A-Bye Baby - Scene
Type: Clip • Published 2015-04-17
Top Cast
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Emer McCourt
Goretti Friel
Michael Liebman
Ciarán
Cathy Casey
Dinky
Julie Rodgers
Majella
Sinéad O'Connor
Sinéad
Rosina Brown
Mrs Friel
Seamus Ball
Mr Friel
Julie McDonald
Fidelma
Marie Jones
Mrs McGuigan
Alan Howley
Lenny
David Coyle
Father Devine
Brenda Winter
Schoolteacher
Seán Doherty
Irish Speaking Soldier
Brendan Mac Gabhann
Irish Teacher
Irene Bates
Bean an tí/Woman of the House
Maureen Dow
Sister Concilia
Declan McLaughlin
Patrick McGuigan
Sean Carlin
Gareth McGuigan
Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: IMDB (Locarno Int'l Film Festival)
Festival / Special Debut
August 1, 1992
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Margo Harkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Margo Harkin, Stephanie English
- Original Score
- Sinéad O'Connor
- Original Title
- Hush-a-Bye Baby
- Country of Origin
- Northern Ireland, Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Irish
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Derry Film and Video Workshop, British Screen, Channel 4 Television, RTÉ, The Arts Council
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Margo Harkin
Margo Harkin, Stephanie English
Sinéad O'Connor
Breffni Byrne
Martin Duffy
Tommy Collins
Department Leadership Roster
Margo Harkin
Writer
Margo Harkin
Director
Tommy Collins
Producer
Stephanie English
Writer
Diane Menaul
Production Design
Martin Duffy
Editor
Breffni Byrne
Director of Photography
Sinéad O'Connor
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hush-a-Bye Baby
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What is Hush-a-Bye Baby about?
1980s Derry: Goretti Friel, one of a spirited group of teenage friends, meets Ciarán at her Irish language class, and romance blossoms. When he is arrested and imprisoned by the British army, Goretti is dismayed to find herself pregnant. Left to deal with the crisis alone, she is tormented by the conflicts of her growing belly and the influence of a Catholic upbringing.
Who directed Hush-a-Bye Baby?
Hush-a-Bye Baby was directed by Margo Harkin.
Who stars in Hush-a-Bye Baby?
The principal cast of Hush-a-Bye Baby includes Emer McCourt, Michael Liebman, Cathy Casey, Julie Rodgers, Sinéad O'Connor.
When was Hush-a-Bye Baby released and how long is it?
Hush-a-Bye Baby was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Hush-a-Bye Baby?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hush-a-Bye Baby was composed by Sinéad O'Connor.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hush-a-Bye Baby?
Hush-a-Bye Baby holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).