The Journey (2016 film)
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| Directed by | Nick Hamm |
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| Written by | Colin Bateman |
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| Cinematography | Greg Gardiner |
| Edited by | Chris Gill |
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Running time | 94 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
The Journey is a 2016 British drama film directed by Nick Hamm and written by Colin Bateman. The film tells the true story of how political enemies, Ian Paisley and Martin McGuinness, formed an unlikely friendship and changed the course of history. It stars Timothy Spall, Colm Meaney, Freddie Highmore, John Hurt, Toby Stephens, and Ian Beattie. The film is an official selection of the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival and premiered at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival on September 7, 2016.
Cast
- Timothy Spall as Ian Paisley
- Colm Meaney as Martin McGuinness
- Freddie Highmore as Jack
- John Hurt as Harry Patterson
- Toby Stephens as Tony Blair
- Ian Beattie as Gerry Adams
- Catherine McCormack as Kate Elgar
- Ian McElhinney as Rory McBride
- Barry Ward as Ian Paisley Jr.
- Kristy Robinson as Mary Lou McDonald
Production
On 13 May 2015, it was reported that a film focusing on Ian Paisley and Martin McGuinness was in pre-production, with Liam Neeson and Kenneth Branagh attached to star. However, Timothy Spall was later reported to be in talks for the role of Paisley on 1 July 2015.[1] In late August 2015, Colm Meaney joined Spall in the cast, portraying the role of McGuinness.[2] On 10 September 2015, John Hurt, Freddie Highmore, and Toby Stephens were reported to have joined the cast of the film.[3]
Principal photography began in Belfast, Northern Ireland on 30 September 2015.[4] The first image of Spall and Meaney on set and in character was released on 5 October 2015.[5]
Release
The film has been announced as part of the Special Presentations lineup at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival in September 2016.[6] It will also screen at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival that same month.[7] Shortly after, IFC Films acquired U.S distribution rights to the film.[8]
References
- ↑ Jaafar, Ali (1 July 2015). "Timothy Spall In Talks To Star As Sir Ian Paisley In 'The Journey'". Deadline.com. Retrieved 6 October 2015.
- ↑ Jaafar, Ali (27 August 2015). "Colm Meaney Boards 'The Journey' Opposite Timothy Spall". Deadline.com. Retrieved 6 October 2015.
- ↑ McNary, Dave (10 September 2015). "Toronto: John Hurt, Toby Stephens, Freddie Highmore Join 'The Journey'". Variety. Retrieved 6 October 2015.
- ↑ "Filming to begin on Ian Paisley and Martin McGuinness 'Chuckle Brothers' comedy drama 'The Journey'". Belfast Telegraph. 29 September 2015.
- ↑ Ritman, Alex (5 October 2015). "First Look: Timothy Spall as Northern Irish Religious Leader Ian Paisley in 'The Journey'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 6 October 2015.
- ↑ Lang, Brent (26 July 2016). "Toronto Film Festival to Open With Denzel Washington's 'The Magnificent Seven'". Variety. Retrieved 28 July 2016.
- ↑ Tartaglione, Nancy (28 July 2016). "Venice Film Festival 2016: 'Arrival', 'Jackie', 'Light Between Oceans', 'Nocturnal Animals', Malick's 'Voyage Of Time' & Gibson's 'Hacksaw Ridge'". Deadline.com. Retrieved 28 July 2016.
- ↑ McNary, Dave (September 16, 2016). "Toronto: Timothy Spall-Colm Meaney Drama 'The Journey' Sells to IFC". Variety. Retrieved September 16, 2016.