As the Beast Sleeps
"When the political leadership of the Ulster Defence Association bans paramilitary activity, the teams groomed for fighting face a drastic change in lifestyle."
Originally released in 2002. As the Beast Sleeps is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Harry Bradbeer. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stuart Graham, Patrick O'Kane, and Laine Megaw
Synopsis
Kyle is loyal to his wife, his best mate and his boss in the Ulster Defence Union – and they love him as a husband, a brother and a son – but, with changing times and the emerging peace process, Kyle finds himself lost in the shadows of transition, uncertainty, and betrayal. In a world turned upside down, peace and brutality walk side-by-side, while love and loyalty are sacrificed to the new order. "As the Beast Sleeps" is set in Belfast's Protestant Rathcoole housing estate and explores with an up-to-the-minute urgency, the fragmentation within an extended family of loyalists in the context of the current cease-fire.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC Northern Ireland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is As the Beast Sleeps about?
Kyle is loyal to his wife, his best mate and his boss in the Ulster Defence Union – and they love him as a husband, a brother and a son – but, with changing times and the emerging peace process...
Who directed As the Beast Sleeps?
As the Beast Sleeps was directed by Harry Bradbeer.
How long is As the Beast Sleeps?
As the Beast Sleeps has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was As the Beast Sleeps released?
As the Beast Sleeps was released on February 3, 2002 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in As the Beast Sleeps?
The main cast of As the Beast Sleeps includes Stuart Graham, Patrick O'Kane, Laine Megaw, Daniel McGrady, Conor Grimes.