The trailer for new Irish-language movie Róise and Frank, which is set to hit cinemas on September 16, has been released.
The eagerly-awaited movie takes place in the Gaeltacht area in Ring, Co. Waterford, and tells the story of the recently widowed Róise (Bríd Ní Neachtain) who is struggling in the aftermath of her husband Frank's passing.
Grief-stricken and lonely, Róise has distanced herself from the world around her and those dearest to her. But when a stray dog starts to follow her every move, a rejuvenated Róise starts to believe in the reincarnation of her husband and the power of enduring life in its next, hopeful steps.
The film, which is set to screen at the Galway Film Fleadh later this month, has been a hit on the festival circuit winning numerous awards including Best Ensemble at Dublin International Film Festival and scooping the Audience Award winner at both the Santa Barbara and Sonoma International Film Festival.
Speaking on the upcoming release, Directors Peter Murphy & Rachael Moriarty said that they were "thrilled that Róise & Frank will be in Irish cinemas this Autumn. International audiences have loved the story of Róise, the dog and the hurling so we are hoping our home crowd enjoy it too!"
Róise & Frank is written and directed by Rachael Moriarty and Peter Murphy and produced by Cúán Mac Conghail of Macalla Teoranta. The film was funded by Screen Ireland, TG4 and the BAI as part of the Cine4 scheme.
