A Particular Friend

A Particular Friend

A Particular Friend

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A Particular Friend

2023

0h 15m

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Drama

Overview

When Father Matthew discovers an intimacy between two of the other priests at a remote conversion-therapy centre in Northern Ireland, his attempt to do the right thing leads to a crisis of faith and feeling.

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Northern Ireland Screen

Cast & Crew

6 members

Acting

Brian Milligan

Father Matthew

Brian Milligan

Acting

Desmond Eastwood

Father Gibson

Desmond Eastwood

Acting

Chris Robinson

Father Cillian

Chris Robinson

Acting

Stuart Dunne

Father Brendan

Stuart Dunne

Acting

Liam Burke

Father Brady

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Christopher Ranaldi

Richie

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