The Eclipse
"If there is life after death - love lives on"
Originally released in 2009. The Eclipse is a drama/horror film. directed by Conor McPherson. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ciarán Hinds, Iben Hjejle, and Aidan Quinn
Synopsis
Michael is a widower who is struggling to adjust to his new role as the sole caretaker of his two children. Still reeling from the death of his wife, he has been plagued by terrifying apparitions. When he volunteers at a local literary festival, he finds himself drawn to Lena, an empathetic author of supernatural fiction. While Lena tries to help Michael with the mystery of his nightmarish visions, she must contend with problems of her own, as she’s being jealously pursued by self-obsessed novelist Nicholas, her one-time lover. As the festival progresses, the three adults’ lives converge and collide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (57 votes)
Budget
$3M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,000,000
Production Companies
- Treasure Entertainment
- RTÉ
- Broadcasting Commission of Ireland
- Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
- MEDIA Programme of the European Union
- Irish Film Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Eclipse about?
Michael is a widower who is struggling to adjust to his new role as the sole caretaker of his two children. Still reeling from the death of his wife, he has been plagued by terrifying apparitions. ...
Who directed The Eclipse?
The Eclipse was directed by Conor McPherson.
How long is The Eclipse?
The Eclipse has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Eclipse released?
The Eclipse was released on April 24, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Eclipse?
The main cast of The Eclipse includes Ciarán Hinds, Iben Hjejle, Aidan Quinn, Jim Norton, Éanna Hardwicke.