The Abduction Club (2002) 6.3
A group of Irish noblemen kidnap girls in order to marry into their fortune and avoid becoming priests or soldiers. Director:Stefan Schwartz |
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The Abduction Club (2002) 6.3
A group of Irish noblemen kidnap girls in order to marry into their fortune and avoid becoming priests or soldiers. Director:Stefan Schwartz |
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| Alice Evans | ... | ||
| Daniel Lapaine | ... | ||
| Sophia Myles | ... | ||
| Matthew Rhys | ... | ||
| Liam Cunningham | ... |
John Power
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| Edward Woodward | ... |
Lord Fermoy
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| Patrick Malahide | ... |
Sir Myles
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John Arthur | ... |
Robert Kennedy
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Tom Murphy | ... |
Knox
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Terry Byrne | ... |
Mary Nugent's Father
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Guy Carleton | ... |
Butler
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Fedelma Cullen | ... |
Mary's Mother
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Alexander Downes | ... |
Lieutenant
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Halina Froudist | ... |
Serving Woman
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Peter Gaynor | ... |
Teeling
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Set in 18th century Ireland, the 'Abduction Club' is an infamous gang of men who woo, abduct, and marry wealthy heiresses. Garrett Byrne and James Strang are both younger sons and therefore unable to inherit titles or estates. To improve their situation they set their sights on the Kennedy sisters, but are unprepared both for the young women's reaction and the trouble that follows them... Written by L. Hamre
This is a great piece of work. The actors are perfect for their roles, and the pictures of the Irish landscape are beautiful to say the least.
If you are into this kind of British gentleman costume dramas then you're definitely going to like this. If you love Ireland, like I do, you will like it even more. Daniel LaPaine gives a nice performance. This was also the first time I saw Sophia Myles on screen, and I can only say I want to see more, she is just soo cute as the younger sister Kennedy.
Ok, the story might be a bit predictable, but who cares? It's great entertainment.
4/5