On a Clear Day

A quiet, heartfelt drama about ordinary men finding purpose, with gentle humour and a steady, hopeful pull.

Directed by

Gaby Dellal

Genres

Drama

Starring

Peter Mullan, Brenda Blethyn, Sean McGinley

Tagline

Anything is possible

Overview

After decades of laboring as a Glasgow shipbuilder, Frank Redmond, a no-nonsense 55-year-old working-class man, suddenly finds himself laid off. For the first time in his life, he is without a job or a sense of direction, and he's too proud to ask for guidance. His best mates - rascally Danny, timid Norman and cynical Eddie - are there for him, but Frank still feels desperately alone. An offhand remark from Danny inspires Frank to challenge himself. Already contemplating the state of his relationships with loving wife Joan and all-but-estranged son Rob, Frank is determined to shore up his own self-confidence. He will attempt the near impossible - swimming the English Channel.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Grief, family, friendship, redemption

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

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