O'Donoghue's Opera
Synopsis
In this mock opera infused with gallows humour, Ronnie Drew and his band of bohemian merrymakers, The Dubliners, re-enact the execution ballad ‘The Night Before Larry Was Stretched’. Larry finds himself caught in a hangman’s noose as just reward for being ‘the best burglar in all Ireland’. Made in 1965, the film remained uncompleted and unseen until its restoration in 1998.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Dublin Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Sheldon
- Original Title
- O'Donoghue's Opera
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Sheldon
Kevin Sheldon, Sé Merry Doyle
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Sheldon
Director
Kevin Sheldon
Producer
Sé Merry Doyle
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About O'Donoghue's Opera
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is O'Donoghue's Opera about?
In this mock opera infused with gallows humour, Ronnie Drew and his band of bohemian merrymakers, The Dubliners, re-enact the execution ballad ‘The Night Before Larry Was Stretched’. Larry finds himself caught in a hangman’s noose as just reward for being ‘the best burglar in all Ireland’. Made in 1965, the film remained uncompleted and unseen until its restoration in 1998.
Who directed O'Donoghue's Opera?
O'Donoghue's Opera was directed by Kevin Sheldon.
Who stars in O'Donoghue's Opera?
The principal cast of O'Donoghue's Opera includes Ronnie Drew, Séamus Ennis, Johnny Moynihan, Ciarán Bourke, Luke Kelly.
When was O'Donoghue's Opera released and how long is it?
O'Donoghue's Opera was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 37m.