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"Berlin Film Festival: Political Controversies and Red Carpet Drama Take Center Stage"

The Berlin Film Festival opened with an eventful ceremony featuring political speeches and red carpet protests, with high-profile attendees including Lupita Nyong’o and Cillian Murphy. The festival addressed recent political tensions, disinviting members of the far-right Alternative for Germany party and hosting a demonstration for democracy, diversity, and peaceful togetherness. The opening film, "Small Things Like These," marked the first Irish film to open the Berlinale. The festival runs from February 15-25.

via Deadline|

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"Cillian Murphy Confronts Ireland's Painful Past at Berlin Film Festival"

Cillian Murphy opened the Berlin Film Festival with "Small Things Like These", a film set in 1980s Catholic Ireland, where he portrays a coal merchant father grappling with guilt and indecision over whether to save a girl locked up in a "Magdalene laundry" run by nuns. The film sheds light on Ireland's traumatic history and the societal shame surrounding the Magdalene laundries, highlighting the collective trauma of a certain generation. Murphy's portrayal emphasizes that acts of heroism can stem from despair, and the film serves as a poignant reminder of society's shameful consensus.

via Reuters|

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Cillian Murphy Confronts Irish Trauma in Berlin Opener

Actor Cillian Murphy describes learning about the Magdalene Laundries scandal in 1980s Ireland as a "collective trauma" that remains unprocessed, as he premieres a new film, Small Things Like These, at the Berlin film festival. The film, based on a best-selling novel, explores the impact of the scandal, with Murphy emphasizing the role of art in addressing societal wounds. Produced by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's studio, the film features a star-studded cast and sheds light on the historical abuse scandal.

via The Guardian|

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"Berlin Film Festival Highlights: Cillian Murphy's Irish Drama and Lupita Nyong’o's Controversial Stand"

Matt Damon and Cillian Murphy are partnering on the Irish drama "Small Things Like These," produced by Damon and Ben Affleck’s Artists Equity. The film, set in a small Irish town in 1985, explores the trauma of abuse at a local convent and the real history of the Magdalene Laundries. Damon emphasized the importance of trusting the audience and bringing intimate dramas like this to theaters, while Murphy highlighted the film's potential as a healing balm for Ireland's collective trauma. The movie is generating buzz at the Berlin Film Festival and features Emily Watson in a significant role.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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"Cillian Murphy Addresses Ireland's Collective Trauma in 'Small Things Like These'"

Cillian Murphy discusses the collective trauma of Ireland's Magdalene Laundries at the Berlin Film Festival press conference for his new movie "Small Things Like These," based on a book by Claire Keegan. The film, focusing on a father's discovery of secrets at a local convent, prompts reflection on complicity and silence in a dysfunctional Christian society. Producers Matt Damon and Alan Moloney emphasize the importance of making meaningful movies in an industry dominated by blockbusters, expressing hope for the enduring relevance of such films.

via Variety|

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"Cillian Murphy Discusses 'Small Things Like These' and Ireland's Collective Trauma at Berlinale"

Matt Damon, one of the financiers of the Berlin Film Festival opener "Small Things Like These," emphasized the film's call for audiences to care about cinema amidst geopolitical and financial challenges. Starring Cillian Murphy, the movie delves into a family man's discovery of a cruel institution and the ensuing confrontations. Damon expressed the ease of financing the film and its significance, while Murphy highlighted its relevance as a balm for collective trauma. The 74th Berlinale is set to take place from February 15-25.

via Deadline|

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"Berlin Film Festival: Cillian Murphy, Lupita Nyong’o, and Must-See Movies"

Cillian Murphy discusses his latest film "Small Things Like These," a period drama set in 1985 Ireland, adapted from Claire Keegan's novel, and shares insights on producing the film, shooting on location, and the influence of Christopher Nolan. Murphy emphasizes the importance of portraying the town as a character in the film and the power of shooting on real locations. He also highlights the universality of the story and the emotional response it has garnered from audiences worldwide.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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"Berlin Film Festival 2024: Cillian Murphy and Emily Watson Shine in 'Small Things Like These'"

The Berlin Film Festival will open with the world premiere of "Small Things Like These," the first Irish film to do so, starring and produced by Cillian Murphy alongside Emily Watson. The 1985-set drama follows a family man who uncovers dark secrets at a local convent, leading to a confrontation with hard truths about the institution and his own life. Directed by Tim Mielants and adapted from Claire Keegan’s novel, the film is financed by Artists Equity and produced by Murphy, Alan Moloney, Matt Damon, and others, with FilmNation Entertainment handling sales.

via Deadline|

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Cillian Murphy's 'Small Things Like These' to Open 2024 Berlinale

Cillian Murphy's historical drama "Small Things Like These," directed by Tim Mielants and based on Claire Keegan's book, will open the Berlin Film Festival on Feb. 15. The film explores the truths about Ireland's Magdalen laundries and stars Murphy as a devoted father who uncovers shocking secrets during Christmas 1985. Murphy also produced the film, which is generating awards buzz, and it will kick off a year-long celebration of Irish culture in Germany.

via Variety|

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Cillian Murphy's Journey to Becoming Christopher Nolan's Go-To Leading Man

Cillian Murphy discusses his upcoming role as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's film, Oppenheimer, as well as his passion project, Small Things Like These. He also reflects on his iconic role as Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders and his love of music. Despite his onscreen charisma, Murphy remains private and unassuming in person.

via Rolling Stone|

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