How Harry Became a Tree
Synopsis
Set in rural Ireland. Believing that "a man is measured by his enemies", Harry Maloney sets out to ruin George O'Flaherty – the most powerful man in town, who not only owns the local pub and most of the businesses in the area, but is also the local matchmaker. When Harry's son Gus – upon whom Harry regularly heaps abuse (mostly mental and verbal) – falls for the lovely Eileen, George helps get the two together. During this time, Harry quietly mobilizes his dastardly plans.
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Colm Meaney
Harry
Adrian Dunbar
George
Cillian Murphy
Gus
Kerry Condon
Eileen
Pat Laffan
Father O'Connor
Gail Fitzpatrick
Margaret
Maighréad Ní Chonghaile
Maeve
Des Braiden
George's father
Denis Clohessy
Tim
Sean Clohessy
Sean
Laurie Morton
Daisy
Gladys Sheehan
Maisie
Joseph M. Kelly
Photographer
Brendan Morrissey
Photographer
Helen Norton
Rosie
Joe Hanley
Arthur
Tim McDonnell
Martin
Sean Colgan
Liam
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Goran Paskaljević
- Screenplay & Story
- Zhengguang Yang, Stephen Walsh, Goran Paskaljević, Christine Gentet
- Original Score
- Stefano Arnaldi
- Original Title
- How Harry Became a Tree
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom, Italy, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- MACT Productions, Cattleya, Film and General Productions, Paradox Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Goran Paskaljević
Zhengguang Yang, Stephen Walsh, Goran Paskaljević, Christine Gentet
Stefano Arnaldi
Milan Spasić
Liam O'Neill
Department Leadership Roster
Goran Paskaljević
Director
Zhengguang Yang
Writer
Stephen Walsh
Writer
Goran Paskaljević
Writer
Christine Gentet
Writer
Liam O'Neill
Producer
Stefano Arnaldi
Original Music Composer
Milan Spasić
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About How Harry Became a Tree
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What is How Harry Became a Tree about?
Set in rural Ireland. Believing that "a man is measured by his enemies", Harry Maloney sets out to ruin George O'Flaherty – the most powerful man in town, who not only owns the local pub and most of the businesses in the area, but is also the local matchmaker. When Harry's son Gus – upon whom Harry regularly heaps abuse (mostly mental and verbal) – falls for the lovely Eileen, George helps get the two together. During this time, Harry quietly mobilizes his dastardly plans.
Who directed How Harry Became a Tree?
How Harry Became a Tree was directed by Goran Paskaljević.
Who stars in How Harry Became a Tree?
The principal cast of How Harry Became a Tree includes Colm Meaney, Adrian Dunbar, Cillian Murphy, Kerry Condon, Pat Laffan.
When was How Harry Became a Tree released and how long is it?
How Harry Became a Tree was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for How Harry Became a Tree?
The original motion picture soundtrack for How Harry Became a Tree was composed by Stefano Arnaldi.