Sisters
“In 1970s Ireland, teenager Meabh does whatever it takes to shelter her young sisters from the harsh reality of their children's home.”
Synopsis
Meabh, a spirited fifteen-year-old, shields her two younger sisters, Lucy and Aine, from the ongoing neglect and abuse they are experiencing in their catholic children’s home by telling them transcendent Irish Fairy Tales. Desperate to protect them, Meabh takes the blame for her sisters’ rule breaking, resulting in severe punishment from the head nun, Sister Joan. Fearful her sisters will be adopted by another family without her, Meabh plots an escape.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Étáin Nash
- Screenplay & Story
- Étáin Nash, Hannah Keegan
- Original Score
- Tommy Gray
- Original Title
- Sisters
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- National Film School at IADT
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Étáin Nash
Étáin Nash, Hannah Keegan
Tommy Gray
Andrew Khew
Adam O'Dwyer
Lia Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Étáin Nash
Writer
Aoife Kelly
Production Design
Adam O'Dwyer
Editor
Ronan Eamonn Carlin
Costume Design
Étáin Nash
Director
Andrew Khew
Director of Photography
Lia Campbell
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sisters
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sisters about?
Meabh, a spirited fifteen-year-old, shields her two younger sisters, Lucy and Aine, from the ongoing neglect and abuse they are experiencing in their catholic children’s home by telling them transcendent Irish Fairy Tales. Desperate to protect them, Meabh takes the blame for her sisters’ rule breaking, resulting in severe punishment from the head nun, Sister Joan. Fearful her sisters will be adopted by another family without her, Meabh plots an escape.
Who directed Sisters?
Sisters was directed by Étáin Nash.
Who stars in Sisters?
The principal cast of Sisters includes Hayley Keogh, Katelyn Walsh, Sophie Rowe, Elaine Purdue, Sharon McCoy.
When was Sisters released and how long is it?
Sisters was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Sisters?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sisters was composed by Tommy Gray.