A self-described "lonely history teacher in Aurora, Illinois" heads to Ireland with his troubled teenage nephew to trace his roots. The resulting flashback, which doesn't get underway until somewhere after twenty minutes, is an affectionate, indulgent dawdle through Emerald Isle scenery, Catholic oppression (the fire-and-brimstone sermon from Stephen Rea as a visiting priest is a highlight), hard labor, Thirties frocks, and a family curse. The movie itself is something of a family affair, written and directed by Paul Quinn, starring his brother Aidan, and photographed by their brother Declan. With Moya Farrelly, James Caan, and John Cusack. (1999) — Duncan Shepherd
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