The Wind that Shakes the Barley
The Wind that Shakes the Barley
In 1920s Ireland young doctor Damien O'Donovan prepares to depart for a new job in a London hospital. As he says his goodbyes at a friend's farm, British Black and Tans arrive, and a young man is killed. Damien joins his brother Teddy in the Irish Republican Army, but political events are soon set in motion that tear the brothers apart.
michaelmunday353 reviewedJune 28, 2025
An interesting, personal look at the times leading up to the Irish Civil War. Not the usual treatment of history that focuses on the big picture and paints with a broad brush. Very intimate approach with well developed characters. Fairly adequate depiction of the terrorism visited on the population by the tans. For those that do not know Irish history, it could be a bit confusing about their origin, thus only 4 stars. Still would recommend the film.