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The Miracle
A young villager loves the landlord's daughter, while his sister is in love with the landlord's son. The landlord is initially furious about this, but later agrees to his son marrying the village girl. He tells the young villager that he will only agree to his marriage to his daughter if he earns a lot of money. The young villager manages to get the money during an incident. However, the landlord's daughter falls ill from missing the young villager. The landlord searches for the young man. Eventually, he finds him and, dropping his earlier condition, agrees to their marriage.
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Plot Summary
In 1970s Dublin, a working-class family's life is turned upside down when their daughter develops a mysterious illness. Their faith is put to the test as they encounter a charismatic American evangelist who promises a miracle cure. The film explores themes of faith, doubt, and the power of belief amidst personal tragedy and societal change.
Critical Reception
The Miracle received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric direction and performances, particularly Beverly D'Angelo's. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat uneven and its fantastical elements occasionally jarring within its realistic setting.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative direction and strong performances.
Noted for its exploration of faith, doubt, and the human condition.
Some critics found the plot progression to be less cohesive.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Miracle' on Google is not widely available, but critical responses suggest a film that is visually engaging and thematically rich, though not universally acclaimed.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Dublin, and director Neil Jordan aimed to capture the specific atmosphere of Ireland during the era of the Troubles and the rise of charismatic religious figures.
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