The Blackwater Lightship (2004)

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Written by Shane Connaughton, Colm Toibin

Directed by John Erman

Running Time: 120 minutes (approx)

Production Year: 2004

Rating: U Certificate

Filmed in Colour

Made for TV

A man dying of an Aids-related illness requests that he be allowed to spend his final days at his grandmother's home in the Irish countryside. However, his decision causes problems within the family, particularly with his mother, who is struggling to come to terms with the stark facts of her son's sexuality and imminent death. Drama.

Cast

Marijka BardinYoung Helen
Sean CampionMichael Breen
Barry CassinFr. Griffin
Laura HughesAnne
Angela LansburyDora
Ruth McCabeDr. Louise
Frank McCuskerHarry
Maria McDermottroeMadge Kehoe
Keith McErleanDeclan
Image for Gina McKeeGina McKeeHelen
Image for Dearbhla MolloyDearbhla MolloyEssie Kehoe
Brian F. O'ByrneLarry
Kevin O'DwyerYoung Declan
Macdara Ó. FathartaGrandad
David ParnellDr. Kerwin
Sam RobardsPaul
Dianne WiestLily

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