48 Angels

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48 Angels
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US film poster
Directed by Marion Comer
Written byMarion Comer
Craig Holland
Produced byMarion Comer
John McDonnell
Robert Medema
Starring Shane Brolly
John Travers
Ciaran Flynn
Sean McGinley
CinematographyRussell Gleeson
Edited byJ. Patrick Duffner
Music byPaul McDonnell
Release date
  • November 14, 2007 (2007-11-14)(St. Louis International Film Festival)
Running time
92 minutes
CountryIreland
LanguageEnglish

48 Angels is a 2007 drama film directed by Marion Comer and starring Shane Brolly, John Travers, Ciaran Flynn, and Sean McGinley.

Plot

Seamus (Ciaran Flynn) is a 9-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with a serious illness. In search of a miracle, he sets off to find God before God comes for him. Inspired by Saint Columcille and his journey to the island of Iona, Seamus sets out in a small boat without oars or sail. On his quest he encounters James (John Travers) and Darry (Shane Brolly). Despite initial conflict, the trio decide to stay together and enter upon a journey that results in the healing of hearts and minds.


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