Michael Collins
Seen it?1996 | 132 min | War, Drama, Thriller, History
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It drew serious awards attention and it's still drawing plenty of interest, despite a box office loss. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and history buffs.
- The mood
- Tense, intense.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 12 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Michael Collins plays a crucial role in the establishment of the Irish Free State in the 1920s, but becomes vilified by those hoping to create a completely independent Irish republic.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 59 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsStrong
Won 2 Venice awards: Venice Film Festival: Best Original Score, Venice Film Festival: Best Actor. Also nominated for 2 Oscars, 2 Golden Globes and 2 BAFTAs. Plus 2 other awards.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$17 million worldwide on a $25 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 207K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Neil Jordan
- Liam NeesonMichael Collins
- Aidan QuinnHarry Roland
- Stephen ReaNed Broy
- Alan RickmanEamon de Valera
- Julia RobertsKitty Kiernan
- Ian HartJoe O'Reilly
- Brendan GleesonLiam Tobin
- Stuart GrahamTom Cullen
- Sean McGinleySmith
- Gerard McSorleyCathal Brugha