Breakfast Wine
Watch TrailerTwo stalwarts of a provincial Irish pub — the aging alcoholic Dan and his younger drinking companion Michael — discover that the third regular, whose patronage is essential to keep the tiny bar afloat, has suddenly vanished. Their attempts to find a replacement or somehow sustain the business descend into a series of absurd and poignant misadventures. Between sips of whiskey and stout, the men engage in endless philosophical debates, reminisce about the past, and grapple with what still binds them in this fading establishment. The slow rhythm of town life frames a quiet exploration of friendship, dependency, and gentle despair.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | Ireland |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Ian Fitzgibbon |
| Runtime | 12 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.7/10 (3 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film walks a fine line between dark comedy and melancholic drama, skillfully avoiding sentimentality. The dialogue, steeped in Irish dry wit, and the detailed character portraits create a sense of authenticity and profound humanity.
What lingers after the final frame is a bittersweet meditation on the small communities we build to stave off loneliness. The pub becomes a poignant metaphor for a fragile world sustained by ritual and need. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Ian Fitzgibbon
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The dim glow of a bar lamp, the scent of old wood and stale beer, the low hum of pointless debate.
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