After a convivial holiday dinner party, things begin to unravel when a husband and wife address some prickly issues concerning their marriage.
Direction
Huston directed this from a wheelchair, dying, at 81. Every frame matters.
Acting
Anjelica Huston's final monologue will wreck you completely.
Writing
Joyce's story adapted by his grandson. The family affair pays off.
Director
John Huston
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Huston's daughter Anjelica had to finish some directorial duties when he became too ill. The closing shot was his actual last.
The song 'The Lass of Aughrim' that triggers Gretta's memory was recorded live on set; Donal McCann's piano playing is actually him.
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