A vacuum repairman moonlights as a street musician and hopes for his big break. One day a Czech immigrant, who earns a living selling flowers, approaches him with the news that she is also an aspiring singer-songwriter. The pair decide to collaborate, and the songs that they compose reflect the story of their blossoming love.
Acting
Hansard and Irglová's raw, non-actor chemistry is devastatingly authentic.
Score
Falling Slowly deserved that Oscar and your tears.
Writing
Dialogue so natural you'll forget it's scripted.
Director
John Carney
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová were real-life partners during filming; their breakup shortly after adds devastating layers to rewatches.
Shot in 17 days for €130,000, this micro-budget Irish indie beat three Disney songs to win Best Original Song.
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