The Longest Ditch (2004)
The true story of a farm labourer, Sonnie Murphy, who gets the chance to compete in the steeplechase in the Los Angeles 1932 Olympics. But for every dream there is a price to be paid.
Director: Hugh Farley
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: October 1, 2004
Cast
- Stephen D'Arcy - Sonnie Murphy
- Aonghus Og McAnally - Paddy Murphy
- Caitríona Ní Mhurchú - Sonnie's Mother
- Lochlann Ó Mearáin - Pat O'Callaghan
- Enda Oates - Sonnie's Father
- Seán T. Ó Meallaigh - Bos Tisdall
Screenplay
Music: Gregory Magee
Production: Espresso Films Limited
Country: Ireland
Language: Gaeilge
Original Language: ga
Themes
Olympic Spirit and Sports
Keywords
ireland, gaelic, olympics
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Longest Ditch about?
- The true story of a farm labourer, Sonnie Murphy, who gets the chance to compete in the steeplechase in the Los Angeles 1932 Olympics. But for every dream there is a price to be paid.
- Who directed The Longest Ditch?
- The Longest Ditch was directed by Hugh Farley.
- Who stars in The Longest Ditch?
- The Longest Ditch stars Stephen D'Arcy, Aonghus Og McAnally, Caitríona Ní Mhurchú, Lochlann Ó Mearáin, Enda Oates, Seán T. Ó Meallaigh.
- How long is The Longest Ditch?
- The Longest Ditch has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
- What genre is The Longest Ditch?
- The Longest Ditch is a Drama, History film.
- Where was The Longest Ditch produced?
- The Longest Ditch was produced in Ireland.
- What are the themes of The Longest Ditch?
- The themes of The Longest Ditch include: Olympic Spirit and Sports.