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Michael Collins

1996

This sweeping historical drama follows Michael Collins, the charismatic revolutionary who led the guerrilla fight for Irish independence and helped forge the Free State — only to be vilified by former comrades who wanted more. Neil Jordan's epic biopic.

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Part of 10 Essential Irish Films

This film is stop 8 of 10 in the hand-ranked native-cinema route through Ireland. See the complete ranking or read the selection methodology.

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