The Shore
Synopsis
Two boyhood best friends are divided by 25 years of misunderstanding amidst the escalating conflict in Northern Ireland. The two boys’ lives take very different paths until Joe returns for the first time to his homeland with his 24-year-old daughter, Patricia. In his absence, Paddy married Joe’s former fiancée Mary. What happened all those years ago? Can old wounds be healed? The answer is hilarious and moving in equal parts.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 10, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terry George
- Screenplay & Story
- Terry George
- Original Score
- David Holmes, Foy Vance
- Original Title
- The Shore
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Lough Shore Investments, Northern Ireland Screen, Tourism Ireland, Seamus Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terry George
Terry George
David Holmes, Foy Vance
Michael McDonough
Joe Landauer
Terry George, Oorlagh George, Cathy Mooney, Danny Moore, Stephen Morrow
Department Leadership Roster
Terry George
Director
Terry George
Writer
Terry George
Producer
Oorlagh George
Producer
Michael McDonough
Director of Photography
Joe Landauer
Editor
David Holmes
Original Music Composer
Foy Vance
Original Music Composer
Tom McCullagh
Production Design
Catherine George
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shore
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What is The Shore about?
Two boyhood best friends are divided by 25 years of misunderstanding amidst the escalating conflict in Northern Ireland. The two boys’ lives take very different paths until Joe returns for the first time to his homeland with his 24-year-old daughter, Patricia. In his absence, Paddy married Joe’s former fiancée Mary. What happened all those years ago? Can old wounds be healed? The answer is hilarious and moving in equal parts.
Who directed The Shore?
The Shore was directed by Terry George.
Who stars in The Shore?
The principal cast of The Shore includes Ciarán Hinds, Conleth Hill, Kerry Condon, Maggie Cronin.
When was The Shore released and how long is it?
The Shore was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Shore?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Shore was composed by David Holmes, Foy Vance.