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The Public House
"Horror" film about the harsh lives of the children living in an outwardly prosperous orphanage. When a young boy dies during a clandestine mutual drug-taking session, his accomplices unsuccessfully try to hide his corpse to evade punishment, and then the orphanage management tries to hush up the whole affair to keep up appearances.
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Plot Summary
A disillusioned English journalist, Peter Finch, living in Dublin, becomes entangled with the IRA and a local pub owner. He finds himself caught between his desire for an explosive story and the dangerous reality of political violence. As he digs deeper, his personal life becomes increasingly complicated and perilous.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its atmospheric portrayal of Dublin and its tense narrative, while others found its plot to be somewhat convoluted and its political commentary heavy-handed. It is often remembered for its gritty realism and strong performances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric depiction of Dublin and the tension it creates.
Some found the plot to be convoluted and the political themes underdeveloped.
Noted for its gritty realism and solid acting performances.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Public House (1989)' is not readily available through standard Google review aggregators.
Fun Fact
Michael Radford, the director, also directed the acclaimed film '1984' and 'The Postman Always Rings Twice'.
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