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The Story: Gillian Anderson and Robert Carlyle star in this Belfast-set drama, about 14-year-old boy Donal (newcomer Tyrone McKenna) and his passion for greyhounds (maybe we could have phrased that better). Ken Stott plays kennel owner Good Joe, who promises Donal ownership of a dog if it wins three consecutive races; Anderson plays the loving mother whose life is complicated by the return of O (Carlyle), a one-time IRA man who's looking for a fresh start. The movie is directed by Pearse Elliott who previously wrote the well-received Ireland-only release Man About Dog.
UK Box Office: Β£0.035 million (as at 6th September 2005)
Useless Fact: Director Elliott has an unusual take on Northern Ireland's troubled past: "I grew up in the midst of the Troubles and to be honest with you I'm kind of lucky because it's given me such amazing experience in life."

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THE REVIEWS...

"The unlikely romance that develops between Dana Scully and Hamish Macbeth reaps rich dividends" (3/5)

"The film is very touching and during the racing scenes, I couldn't help but exclaim "Go Mighty Celt! Go!"" (5/7)

"Terrific performances lend it a voice of its own... its level-headed approach to a complex situation deserves praise. Worth a look"

"This gentle story of a boy and his dog has enough grit and energy to be both entertaining and insightful" (3/5)

"All credit to the exotic cast for trampling the issues that famous locals fear to tread... Anderson is faultless, Carlyle terrific as the wise lag" (3/5)

"Strong performances all round, and writer-director Pearce Elliott does a craftsmanlike job" (2/5)

"Newcomer McKenna does a good job as the misfit who befriends a tawny greyhound... you doff your hat to Ken Stott's glowering misanthrope" (2/5)

"An unexceptional yarn with pretty scenery but little to quicken the breath in terms of plot, character or dialogue"

WEB WATCH...

The Mighty Celt
Official site

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Robert Carlyle interview

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Robert Carlyle interview

Robert Carlyle interview

Gillian Anderson interview

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