Nothing Compares
Synopsis
Since the beginning of her career, Sinéad O’Connor has used her powerful voice to challenge the narratives she was surrounded by while growing up in predominantly Roman Catholic Ireland. Despite her agency, depth and perspective, O’Connor’s unflinching refusal to conform means that she has often been patronized and unfairly dismissed as an attention-seeking pop star.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Nothing Compares- Official Trailer Sky UKOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-07-28
Top Cast
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Sinéad O'Connor
Self (archive footage)
John Reynolds
Self
Margo Harkin
Self
Kathleen Hanna
Self
Brian D'Arcy
Self
Jeannette Byrne
Self
Paul Byrne
Self
Clodagh Latimer
Self
Mike Clowes
Self
Kate Garner
Self
Peaches
Self
John Maybury
Self
John Grant
Self
Bill Coleman
Self
Elaine Schock
Self
Chuck D
Self
Roisin Ingle
Self
Jerry Stafford
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 7 DaysSheffield Doc Fest 2022
Festival / Special Debut
September 23, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 30, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kathryn Ferguson
- Screenplay & Story
- Kathryn Ferguson, Michael Mallie, Eleanor Emptage
- Original Score
- Irene Buckley, Linda Buckley
- Original Title
- Nothing Compares
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Tara Films, Ard Mhacha Productions, Field of Vision, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kathryn Ferguson
Kathryn Ferguson, Michael Mallie, Eleanor Emptage
Irene Buckley, Linda Buckley
Luke Jacobs
Mick Mahon
Eleanor Emptage, Michael Mallie, Lisa Marie Russo, Charlotte Cook, Lesley McKimm
Department Leadership Roster
Kathryn Ferguson
Director
Kathryn Ferguson
Writer
Eleanor Emptage
Producer
Michael Mallie
Writer
Michael Mallie
Producer
Irene Buckley
Original Music Composer
Mick Mahon
Editor
Luke Jacobs
Director of Photography
Eleanor Emptage
Writer
Linda Buckley
Original Music Composer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Nothing Compares about?
Since the beginning of her career, Sinéad O’Connor has used her powerful voice to challenge the narratives she was surrounded by while growing up in predominantly Roman Catholic Ireland. Despite her agency, depth and perspective, O’Connor’s unflinching refusal to conform means that she has often been patronized and unfairly dismissed as an attention-seeking pop star.
Who directed Nothing Compares?
Nothing Compares was directed by Kathryn Ferguson.
Who stars in Nothing Compares?
The principal cast of Nothing Compares includes Sinéad O'Connor, John Reynolds, Margo Harkin, Kathleen Hanna, Brian D'Arcy.
When was Nothing Compares released and how long is it?
Nothing Compares was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Nothing Compares?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nothing Compares was composed by Irene Buckley, Linda Buckley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nothing Compares?
Nothing Compares holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).