The Pier (2011)
After 20 years of no contact with his father, Jack McCarthy (played by Hurley) travels from New York to his father Larry's death bed in Cork. Upon arrival he is furious to find his father alive and well and even more so when he then discovers he can't leave. Soon, father and son are forced to deal with a painful history. At the core of their conflict is Larry's denial about the death of his wife, Jack's mother. The story explores the difficult and painful, but often very hilarious ways they try to communicate. Forging a begrudging peace, the reality of life sets in when Larry discloses to Jack another truth that leads to a final reconciliation.
Director: Gerard Hurley
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: July 4, 2011
Cast
- Karl Johnson - Larry McCarthy
- Gerard Hurley - Jack McCarthy
- Lili Taylor - Grace Ross
- Mary Foskett - June Driscoll
- David O'Reilly - Tommy Ahearn
- Rory D'Alton - Jimmy Ahearn
- Donal Sweeney - Barry Dean
- Frank Driscoll - Barty
- Con Downing - Father Kelly
- John D'Alton - Pub Owner
Screenplay
Music: Maurice Seezer
Cinematography: Jesse Cain
Editing: Frank Reid
Production: Black Equus Film, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
debt, dying father, estranged son, irish immigrant, return to hometown
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Pier about?
- After 20 years of no contact with his father, Jack McCarthy (played by Hurley) travels from New York to his father Larry's death bed in Cork. Upon arrival he is furious to find his father alive and well and even more so when he then discovers he can't leave. Soon, father and son are forced to deal with a painful history. At the core of their conflict is Larry's denial about the death of his wife, Jack's mother. The story explores the difficult and painful, but often very hilarious ways they try to communicate. Forging a begrudging peace, the reality of life sets in when Larry discloses to Jack another truth that leads to a final reconciliation.
- Who directed The Pier?
- The Pier was directed by Gerard Hurley.
- Who stars in The Pier?
- The Pier stars Karl Johnson, Gerard Hurley, Lili Taylor, Mary Foskett, David O'Reilly, Rory D'Alton.
- How long is The Pier?
- The Pier has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is The Pier?
- The Pier is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Pier produced?
- The Pier was produced in Ireland.