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The Wind That Shakes the Barley
Movie (2006)
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.
Movie (2006)
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.
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Sex & Nudity
There is a brief, mostly shadowed romantic sex scene between the main couple.
Violence & Gore
The film includes violent battle scenes with shootings and grenade explosions, explicit injuries, torture including pulling out fingernails, and executions.
Profanity
The movie features a lot of angry language, including over 40 uses of the f-word as well as other profanities.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters smoke cigarettes repeatedly and drink liquor and ale in bars and political meetings.
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The film highlights that difficult situations lead to tough decisions where violent acts and commitments have terrible costs.
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