The Dawn
"The fight must go on."
Originally released in 1936. The Dawn is a feature film. directed by Thomas Cooper. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Thomas Cooper, Brian O'Sullivan, and Herbert Martin
Synopsis
Set in 1920 Ireland when the Black & Tans were brought in from Britain to help supress revolution in Ireland. It was the first full length sound movie made in Ireland and tells the saga of an IRA flying column in Kerry and the local Malone family suspected of betraying their country. It was made in and around Killarney by Tom Cooper, the owner of the local cinema who also directs and stars as the head of the local IRA.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dawn about?
Set in 1920 Ireland when the Black & Tans were brought in from Britain to help supress revolution in Ireland. It was the first full length sound movie made in Ireland and tells the saga of an I...
Who directed The Dawn?
The Dawn was directed by Thomas Cooper.
How long is The Dawn?
The Dawn has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Dawn released?
The Dawn was released on May 27, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Dawn?
The main cast of The Dawn includes Thomas Cooper, Brian O'Sullivan, Herbert Martin, Marion O'Connell, Donal O'Cahill.