A genial, feel-good item.
Overview
When a lottery winner dies of shock, his fellow townsfolk attempt to claim the money.
Director and cast
- Kirk Jones Director
- Ian Bannen as Jackie O'Shea
- David Kelly as Michael O'Sullivan
- Fionnula Flanagan as Annie O'Shea
- Susan Lynch as Maggie O'Toole
- Brendan Dempsey as Jim Kelly
- James Nesbitt as Pig Finn
- Paul Vaughan as Narrator (voice)
- Maura O'Malley as Mrs. Kennedy
- Robert Hickey as Maurice O'Toole
- Paddy Ward as Brendy O'Toole
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
Though it strives for broad humor, pushing cuteness and light irony, this bland 1998 movie isn't exactly a comedy.
Charming performances and easygoing humour are the strengths of Jones's enjoyable Oirish romp.
Completely delightful movie.
Breezy little comedy.
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