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1990

The Field

Directed by Jim Sheridan
It Owns Him...It Possesses Him...And It Could Even Destroy Him

"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.

Duration

1h 50m

Released

September 21, 1990

Revenue

$1,494,399

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Rating96

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Lists20

Cast30

  • Richard Harris
  • John Hurt
  • Sean Bean
  • Frances Tomelty
  • Brenda Fricker
  • Ruth McCabe
  • Brendan Gleeson
  • Tom Berenger
  • Sean McGinley

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