The Wind That Shakes the Barley
Movie • 2006
War has cost them their innocence... Freedom will cost them their blood.
In 1920s Ireland young doctor Damien O'Donovan prepares to depart for a new job in a London hospital. As he says his goodbyes at a friend's farm, British Black and Tans arrive, and a young man is killed. Damien joins his brother Teddy in the Irish Republican Army, but political events are soon set in motion that tear the brothers apart.
The Wind That Shakes the Barley
Movie • 2006
War has cost them their innocence... Freedom will cost them their blood.
In 1920s Ireland young doctor Damien O'Donovan prepares to depart for a new job in a London hospital. As he says his goodbyes at a friend's farm, British Black and Tans arrive, and a young man is killed. Damien joins his brother Teddy in the Irish Republican Army, but political events are soon set in motion that tear the brothers apart.
Bara says...
Ages 15+, but every child is different
The film features intense depictions of political violence, torture, and the brutal realities of civil war. Its somber tone and complex examination of moral conflict require the emotional maturity of a teenager.
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Sex & Nudity
There is very minimal romantic content, limited to brief, gentle romantic interest between characters. No sexual activity or nudity is depicted.
Violence & Gore
The film features realistic and unflinching portrayals of historical conflict, including shootings, beatings, and torture scenes that are quite visceral. The violence is a central component of the story and is presented with a serious, grim tone.
Profanity
The dialogue includes moderate profanity, featuring words such as 'f*ck' (used periodically in moments of extreme frustration or anger), 'sh*t' (used as an expletive), and 'b*stard' (used to describe enemies).
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters are frequently shown drinking in social settings like pubs and occasionally smoking, which reflects the historical time period and cultural context of the film.
Frightening Scenes
The film contains high levels of psychological tension and emotional trauma as characters face difficult moral dilemmas and the collapse of their personal relationships. The atmosphere is consistently somber and intense, which may be disturbing for younger viewers.
Key Insights
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This is a serious historical drama about how difficult choices during wartime can tear families apart forever.
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What Parents Need to Know
The film contains graphic scenes of executions, torture, and street-level combat. The emotional weight is intense, focusing on the disintegration of brotherly bonds.
What Kids Can Learn
Viewers gain perspective on the human cost of political revolutions and the complexity of national liberation movements.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It is a masterfully directed, thought-provoking examination of history that refuses to provide easy answers to complex moral dilemmas.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Emphasizes the heavy toll of war on personal relationships and the importance of questioning blind adherence to ideology.
Positive Role Models
Characters demonstrate strong conviction and self-sacrifice, though their descent into violence makes them flawed examples for emulation.
Diverse Representations
Focuses on the Irish struggle for independence; no other diverse representations are central to the core narrative.
Educational Value
Provides a visceral, historically grounded look at the Irish War of Independence and the subsequent Civil War.
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