Question 1

How did director Simon Fitzmaurice make the film despite his motor neuron disease?

Accepted Answer

Simon Fitzmaurice wrote the script when diagnosed with motor neuron disease and directed the film entirely through eye-recognition software.

Question 2

What real building was used as the mental hospital set?

Accepted Answer

The mental hospital set was a school in Rathnew, Co. Wicklow, which also served as the community college where Robert teaches.

Question 3

Who performed an original song for the film?

Accepted Answer

James Vincent McMorrow wrote and performed an original song for the film.

Question 4

What happens to Emily's boots in the film?

Accepted Answer

Emily loses her boots when she jumps into the sea.

Question 5

Which actor appears nude in a charity stunt inspired by the Ice Bucket Challenge?

Accepted Answer

Michael Smiley appeared nude in a charity stunt called 'The Ultimate Ice Bucket Challenge', where 100 people ran into the sea naked.

My Name Is Emily

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