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On A Clear Day (2006)
Released By: Focus Features   Rating: N/A   In Theaters: 4/7/2006
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Studio: Focus Features
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: N/A
Director: Gaby Dellal
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: 4/7/2006
Home Video Release: 7/11/2006
Cast: Brenda Blethyn, Peter Mullan, Sean McGinley, Ron Cook, Billy Boyd, Jamie Sives
Published ID: 675438
UPC: 025192885228, 025192041952,
Plot: A middle-aged man gives himself the challenge of a lifetime in this comedy drama from the U.K. Frank (Peter Mullan) has spent most of his 55 years working the same job in the shipyards of Glasgow until he's fired after business tapers off and technology makes his position unnecessary. While Frank tries to put on a brave face, he has no idea of what to do next or what sort of work he should find. Frank's embarrassment gets much worse when he applies for unemployment benefits, only to discover his sister-in-law Angela (Jodhi May) is working behind the corner. As Frank's anxiety grows worse, he begins having panic attacks, leading to sympathy from his wife, Joan (Brenda Blethyn), and son, Rob (Jamie Sives), which only makes him feel more humiliated. One of Frank's few respites from his troubles are his regular visits to a nearby community swimming pool, where he does laps with his pals Eddie (Sean McGinley), Norman (Ron Cook), and Danny (Billy Boyd). One day, one of them jokes about the possibility of swimming the English Channel, which is only 21 miles across at its narrowest point near Dover. However, Frank doesn't think the idea is so silly, and begins training to make the journey; while at first his family and friends think he's gone mad, his plans give him a drive and a sense of purpose he hasn't had since losing his job. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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Make Lemonade From Lemons
Added 9/19/2009
I so enjoyed this DVD. Being very fond of English film it satified, edified and glorified that part of me that is Anglophile. The characters were wonderfully portrayed, and it made a feel-good film realistic.
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On a Clear Day - Inspiring, heartwarming.
Added 12/12/2008
The movie is wonderful. It isn't maudlin. It is a glimpse of people falling on hard times and overcoming. When you see the child with cerebrral palsy swim, which encourages the man to keep trying and not quit, you cannot help but cry. A beautiful movie. Excellent acting. Good plot. It makes you feel that your problems are small and spurs you on to conquer them.
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Excellant Movie
Added 10/28/2008
This is an excellant movie of one mans trial and victory that encourages all around him! Uplifting and enjoyable!
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When a dream comes true
Added 9/16/2008
For an old Navy Frogman this movie real hit home. The human spirit and the support of friends can accomplish almost anything. A MUST SEE !
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Very good movie
Added 7/28/2008
We've been seeking out movies which are made in western Europe, they are very entertaining and different from movies produced in the U.S. "On A Clear Day" does not disappoint. There are several other movies of this type you should seek out; Waking Ned Devine, Saving Grace are but two.
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