Based on real stories, using both actors and non-actors, and filmed on location in Dublin, A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) is a rare example of Irish social realism. After years in an industrial school, Martin Cluxton (Derek King) returns home to Dublin but finds considerable prejudice and little opportunity. Broadcast on RTÉ, it was directed by Brian MacLochlainn, co-written by Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh and MacLochlainn, with music by jazz great Louis Stewart.
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) is a drama film directed by Brian MacLochlainn, released on December 9, 1971 with a runtime of 1h 15m. It stars Derek King, Bill Foley, Dearbhla Molloy and Ann O'Dwyer. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
Derek King
as Martin Cluxton
Bill Foley
as Mr Cluxton
Dearbhla Molloy
as Mary
Ann O'Dwyer
as Mrs Boyle
Virginia Cole
as Chrissie
Brendan Kealy
as Whacker
Trolach Oh'Aonghusa
as 1st Christian Brother
Noel Lynch
as 2nd Christian Brother
Áine Ní Mhuirí
as Mother on Train
Liam O'Callaghan
as Father on Train
Vincent Smith
as 2nd Man on Train
Brian McGrath
as 1st Vincent de Paul Brother
Directed by Brian MacLochlainn, written by Brian MacLochlainn and Caoimhín Ó Marcaigh.
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 1 ratings.
An Irish social realism for Irish problems? In this RTÉ production, sixteen-year-old Martin returns from reform school to an overcrowded home, inattentive parents, little opportunity, considerable prejudice, and all-too-frequent advice on the importance of law, order, and property. Clergy in the film are largely well-meaning. They introduce it and provide commentary – like an episode of _Radharc_, a popular,…
Reviewed on June 10, 2024
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The main cast of A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) includes Derek King, Bill Foley, Dearbhla Molloy, Ann O'Dwyer and Virginia Cole. The film was directed by Brian MacLochlainn. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton was released on December 9, 1971 and runs for 1h 15m.
A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton (1971) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.