Question 1

What is the name of the white horse in Into the West, and what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

The white horse is named Tír na nÓg, which is Irish for 'Land of Eternal Youth'.

Question 2

Which Irish actors appear together in this film for the only time?

Accepted Answer

This is the only film where Irish actors Gabriel Byrne, David Kelly, Colm Meaney, and Brendan Gleeson appear together.

Question 3

What true fact about Irish surnames does the father tell the boys?

Accepted Answer

The father explains that Murphy is the most common last name in Ireland, which is a true fact.

Question 4

Were Ellen Barkin and Gabriel Byrne married when Into the West was made?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Ellen Barkin and Gabriel Byrne were married to each other when the film was made.

Question 5

What kind of horses were used to portray the white horse during filming?

Accepted Answer

Several horses were used, mostly specially trained stunt/trick horses, but for a few shots a purebred Irish Connemara Pony was also used.

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