That They May Face the Rising Sun: Film Review
Ireland:
That They May Face the Rising Sun follows a British couple. They leave London for a new life in the Irish countryside. Oh, the fantasy of escaping the big city for a simpler life. Why not Ireland? Settle in for an armchair tour.
Cast of Characters:
Our couple seem very much in love, bemused by and happy to take care of the local curmudgeons. So, follow along as they feed the cast of colorful characters, help with chores on the farm, and offer support. Also, the wife is an artist showing her work in a London gallery, and the husband is a writer. He gets inspiration from village life. We are treated to a meditation on the cycle of life and death. One takeaway: regret is useless, You can’t light the fire with regret. The Irish are well-known for being great storytellers.
Drama:
The subtle drama is wondering if the couple will return to London, or make a home in their country cottage. They seem content, but the wife must make an important career decision. If you like the “slice of life” style of French films, this is your jam.
Celebrities in Ireland:
Rosie O’Donnell just moved to Dublin. Many celebrities have homes there. Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker have a second home in Donegal. Same for Christine Baranski. Daniel Day Louis lives just outside Glendalough. Jeremy Irons is heavily invested. There’s the medieval castle in West Cork. And a house in Dublin. Oh yeah, then he bought an entire island near the castle. The late, great, Angela Lansbury called Ireland home for years. She wanted her children to be away from the Hollywood drug scene.
Where to Watch:
That They May Face the Rising Sun is available for streaming on Amazon Prime & Apple TV.
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