Brothers united against an enemy are soon divided .

Rating: 8/10 (28 June 2006)

I went to see this film last night and found it very emotional and moving. Cillian Murphy is marvelous in the role of the clever son who becomes infused with rage against the hostilities of the occupying British forces. The supporting cast are all equally good and the scenery is breathtaking. The story unfolds and you are drawn in as Damian( Cillian Murphy) realises where his future lies.He makes some terribly hard decisions and at one stage says "I hope this Republic were all fighting for is worth it". The implication lies heavy with the audience ( in Ireland anyway) that the price was too high and we have left our brave ancestors down. The war against the British forces united all the people of Ireland but the peace treaty divided brother against brother and this is well shown in the film.I would recommend this film to people who are interested in learning about Irish History and social injustice.