The Making of Ryan's Daughter
The Making of Ryan's Daughter

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The Making of Ryan's Daughter

2006
Movie
63 min
English

Feature-lenght documentary, divided in three episodes (Storm rising, Storm chaser and Eye of the storm), describing the making of Ryan's Daughter as well as the critical reaction to it.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Adam SimonGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the troubled production of David Lean's epic 1970 film 'Ryan's Daughter'. It delves into the challenges faced by the cast and crew during filming in remote Ireland, including harsh weather conditions and the immense pressure to deliver a successful cinematic masterpiece.

Critical Reception

As a documentary about the making of a film, critical reception often focuses on its insightfulness and access to archival material and interviews. 'The Making of Ryan's Daughter' is generally well-regarded for providing a comprehensive look into a notoriously difficult production.

What Reviewers Say

  • Provides valuable behind-the-scenes context for a famously ambitious film.

  • Highlights the artistic vision and struggles of director David Lean.

  • Offers interviews with key figures involved in the production.

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Fun Fact

The documentary features interviews with actors John Mills and Sarah Miles, who starred in the original 'Ryan's Daughter', offering their personal perspectives on the challenging shoot.

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