Small Things Like These
2024
Drama / History
1h38
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Synopsis
In 1985, while working as a coal merchant to support his family, Bill Furlong discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers truths of his own; forcing him to confront his past and the complicit silence of a small Irish town controlled by the Catholic Church.
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Community Reviews
Viewers find 'Small Things Like These' a compelling yet somber exploration of systemic abuse in an Irish convent, highlighted by Cillian Murphy's nuanced performance. The film's deliberate pacing and minimal dialogue emphasize the oppressive atmosphere and moral complexities. However, some viewers felt the slow narrative and lack of explicit action made the film drag at times, wishing for a more dynamic conclusion.
👍 Cillian Murphy's performance is widely praised.
👎 The film's slow pace may not appeal to everyone.
