In 1847, when Ireland is in the grip of the Great Famine that has ravaged the country for two long years, Feeney, a hardened Irish Ranger who has been fighting for the British Army abroad, returns home to reunite with his estranged family, only to discover the cruelest reality, a black land where death reigns.
In 19th century Ireland during the Great Famine, a hardened Irish Ranger named Feeney, who has been fighting for the British Army, abandons his post to reunite with his estranged family. Upon discovering they have been starved out of their land and his mother has died, he embarks on a brutal campaign of vengeance against his former comrades and the British authorities.
Black '47 was met with critical acclaim, praised for its visceral portrayal of the Famine, strong performances, and unflinching depiction of revenge. While some noted its bleakness, the film was largely lauded as a powerful and historically significant piece of cinema.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's powerful historical depiction and gripping revenge narrative. Many found it to be a moving and impactful experience, highlighting the strong acting and the film's emotional weight.
Nominated for 10 Irish Film & Television Awards, winning Best Actor for Barry Keoghan and Best Cinematography.
The film's title refers to the year 1847, which was the worst year of the Great Famine in Ireland, with crop failure and disease reaching their peak.
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