Shadows on Our Skin (1980)
A film from the novel by Jennifer Johnston introducing Joe is an 11-year-old boy growing up on the Bogside of Derry, Northern Ireland. A chance meeting with a girl on his way home from school promises to open up his life in an unexpected and exciting way.
Director: Jim O'Brien
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: March 20, 1980
Cast
- MacRea Clarke - Joe
- May Friel - Mum
- Joe McPartland - Dad
- Lise-Ann McLaughlin - Kathleen
- Ewan Stewart - Brendan
- Catherine Gibson - Miss McCabe
- Paul O'Reilly - Joe's Friend
- Ronan Downey - Martin Casey
- John Blundell - Soldier on Bus
Screenplay
- Jennifer Johnston (Novel)
- Derek Mahon
Cinematography: Ian Stone
Editing: Clare Douglas
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jim O'Brien
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shadows on Our Skin about?
- A film from the novel by Jennifer Johnston introducing Joe is an 11-year-old boy growing up on the Bogside of Derry, Northern Ireland. A chance meeting with a girl on his way home from school promises to open up his life in an unexpected and exciting way.
- Who directed Shadows on Our Skin?
- Shadows on Our Skin was directed by Jim O'Brien.
- Who stars in Shadows on Our Skin?
- Shadows on Our Skin stars MacRea Clarke, May Friel, Joe McPartland, Lise-Ann McLaughlin, Ewan Stewart, Catherine Gibson.
- How long is Shadows on Our Skin?
- Shadows on Our Skin has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Shadows on Our Skin?
- Shadows on Our Skin is a Drama, TV Movie film.