The Harp in the South (1987)
We first meet The Darcys, a poor, working class family of tough Irish stock through whose eyes we hear their story. A story that centres on the bittersweet first and last loves of Roie, who becomes a woman too quickly living among the tenement houses, razor gangs, brothels and sly-grog shops of inner city Sydney.
Director: George Whaley
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 243 min
Release Date: May 11, 1987
Cast
- Anne Phelan - Mumma
- Anna Hruby - Roie
- Kaarin Fairfax - Dolour
- Gwen Plumb - Grandma
- Martyn Sanderson - Hughie Darcy
Screenplay
Production: Anthony Buckley Productions, Quantum Films
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son
Keywords
family, family saga
More Films by Director: George Whaley
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Harp in the South about?
- We first meet The Darcys, a poor, working class family of tough Irish stock through whose eyes we hear their story. A story that centres on the bittersweet first and last loves of Roie, who becomes a woman too quickly living among the tenement houses, razor gangs, brothels and sly-grog shops of inner city Sydney.
- Who directed The Harp in the South?
- The Harp in the South was directed by George Whaley.
- Who stars in The Harp in the South?
- The Harp in the South stars Anne Phelan, Anna Hruby, Kaarin Fairfax, Gwen Plumb, Martyn Sanderson.
- How long is The Harp in the South?
- The Harp in the South has a runtime of 4h 3m (243 minutes).
- What genre is The Harp in the South?
- The Harp in the South is a Drama film.
- Where was The Harp in the South produced?
- The Harp in the South was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of The Harp in the South?
- The themes of The Harp in the South include: Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.