The General

Directed by John Boorman, this film chronicles the life of Martin Cahill, a notorious Irish criminal known for his audacious heists and cunning tactics. Brendan Gleeson delivers a compelling performance as Cahill, capturing the complexity of a man both feared and admired. The movie’s black-and-white cinematography adds a gritty realism to the narrative. Notably, the film won the Best Director Award at the Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.