Question 1

What surprising incidents did Colin Farrell have with animals during filming?

Accepted Answer

Colin Farrell was kicked by a miniature donkey while hand-feeding her, bitten by the dog playing Brendan Gleeson's pet, and a horse tried to reverse a cart he was in into the ocean.

Question 2

Who hand-knitted all the main characters' sweaters for the film?

Accepted Answer

All sweaters were hand-knitted by elderly woman Delia Barry, who made doubles for each, with one of Colin Farrell's taking 100 hours, and she never met the actors beforehand.

Question 3

What happened to the pub built for the film on Achill Island?

Accepted Answer

The J.J. Devine Public House was purpose-built without a permit and demolished after filming, but was later saved and reconstructed by publican Luke Mee as a tourist spot.

Question 4

Which festivals was the film featured in during 2022?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Chicago International Film Festival, Golden Horse Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, Mar del Plata International Film Festival, Stockholm International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, and Venice Film Festival.

Question 5

What does the term 'banshee' mean in Irish folklore?

Accepted Answer

'Banshee' comes from old Irish 'bean sí,' meaning 'woman of the fairy mound' or 'fairy woman,' a spirit who heralds a family member's death by screaming, wailing, shrieking, or keening.

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