Release Date
June 4, 2010 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
September 21, 2010 (Buy on Amazon)
Director
Neil Jordan
Writer
Neil Jordan
Cast
Colin Farrell, Stephen Rea, Alicja Bachleda, Tony Curran, Dervla Kirwan, Tom Archdeacon, Don Wycherley, Emil Hostina, Norma Sheahan
Studio
Running Time
111 minutes
MPA Rating
Rated PG-13 for some violence, sensuality and brief strong language
What is Ondine about?
"Ondine" is the enchanting story of Syracuse (Farrell), a lonely fisherman who one day pulls a beautiful woman named Ondine (Bachleda) out of the sea in his nets. His young daughter Annie is convinced that she is a "selkie" —a creature from Irish folklore much like a mermaid. Syracuse has his doubts, but as Ondine brings some luck and joy to his otherwise downcast life, he starts to come around as well. "Ondine" deftly blends... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
From the director of Interview with the Vampire, The Good Thief and The Crying Game comes Ondine, an adult twist on the classic mermaid tale. Colin Farrell and Alicja Bachleda star in this surprisingly seductive tale. Full movie review »
