Liam Neeson's thriller In the Land of Saints and Sinners is a Netflix sensation after initial backlash
dailyrecord.co.ukLiam Neeson's latest thriller In the Land of Saints and Sinners has landed on Netflix and it's winning over fans. Set against the backdrop of Ireland, the film boasts a stellar cast which includes Kerry Condon, Colm Meaney, and Ciaran Hinds.The flick unfolds the tale of ex-hitman Finbar Murphy, portrayed by Liam Neeson, who tries to leave his violent history behind in an Irish coastal town.
Despite his efforts to shed his association with The Troubles of the 1970s, fate intervenes with a twist when he discovers a newcomer abusing a local girl.Drawing upon his own upbringing in conflict-heavy times, Neeson delivers an authentic performance.
A critical moment faces his character: stand up for his village and consequently unveil his murky history?In the Land of Saints and Sinners faced its fair share of criticism upon its 2023 release, but it seems to have maintained its appeal with many heading to Netflix to give it a watch.
Initially met with mixed reactions, some viewers condemned the film's portrayal of Irish traditions. The Hollywood Reporter critiqued, "The paddywhackery's as thick as the Oirish brogues and flavourful caricatures in Robert Lorenz's In the Land of Saints and Sinners.
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