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Anton

When Anton O'Neill returns home after five years at sea, he finds that 1970s Ireland is a radically different place from the one he left behind. North...ern Ireland is in flames, and civil unrest has spilled south of the border to his beloved home in County Cavan.  Show More

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Anton (2008) follows the story of Anton O'Neill, who returns home to Ireland after five years at sea to find a country engulfed in turmoil. Set in the 1970s, the film showcases a stark difference in Ireland from the peaceful place he remembers. Northern Ireland is in the midst of conflict, and the violence has spread to Anton's home in County Cavan.

As Anton grapples with the changes in his homeland, he must navigate the challenges of a country torn apart by civil unrest. The film explores themes of family, loyalty, and the impact of political strife on personal relationships.

Through Anton's eyes, viewers are taken on a journey through a turbulent time in Irish history, shedding light on the effects of violence and conflict on ordinary people. Anton must confront his past and decide where his loyalties lie in a country at a crossroads.

Anton (2008) offers a poignant and timely portrayal of Ireland's turbulent 1970s, capturing the essence of a nation grappling with internal conflict and upheaval.

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Anton

Release Date:

10 Oct 2008

Writers:

Anthony Fox

Awards:

3 nominations

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