Sisters (2020)

In 1970s Ireland, teenager Meabh does whatever it takes to shelter her young sisters from the harsh reality of their children's home.

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Meabh, a spirited fifteen-year-old, shields her two younger sisters, Lucy and Aine, from the ongoing neglect and abuse they are experiencing in their catholic children’s home by telling them transcendent Irish Fairy Tales. Desperate to protect them, Meabh takes the blame for her sisters’ rule breaking, resulting in severe punishment from the head nun, Sister Joan. Fearful her sisters will be adopted by another family without her, Meabh plots an escape.

Director: Étáin Nash
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 15 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Tommy Gray
Cinematography: Andrew Khew
Editing: Adam O'Dwyer
Production: The National Film School at IADT
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Sibling Rivalry and Bitterness, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

sacrifice, orphanage, sister, coming of age, family

More Films by Director: Étáin Nash
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sisters about?
Meabh, a spirited fifteen-year-old, shields her two younger sisters, Lucy and Aine, from the ongoing neglect and abuse they are experiencing in their catholic children’s home by telling them transcendent Irish Fairy Tales. Desperate to protect them, Meabh takes the blame for her sisters’ rule breaking, resulting in severe punishment from the head nun, Sister Joan. Fearful her sisters will be adopted by another family without her, Meabh plots an escape.
Who directed Sisters?
Sisters was directed by Étáin Nash.
Who stars in Sisters?
Sisters stars Hayley Keogh, Katelyn Walsh, Sophie Rowe, Elaine Purdue, Sharon McCoy, Joseph Palmer.
How long is Sisters?
Sisters has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Sisters?
Sisters is a Drama film.
Where was Sisters produced?
Sisters was produced in Ireland.
What are the themes of Sisters?
The themes of Sisters include: Sibling Rivalry and Bitterness, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.