The Field (1990)

7.0/10 110 min Drama

Overview

"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.

Cast

Richard Harris

'Bull' McCabe

John Hurt

Bird' O'Donnell

Sean Bean

Tadgh McCabe

Frances Tomelty

Widow

Brenda Fricker

Maggie McCabe

Ruth McCabe

Tinker Woman

Brendan Gleeson

Quarryman

Tom Berenger

Peter - The American

Sean McGinley

Father Chris Doran

Jer O'Leary

Tinker Girl's Father

Noel O'Donovan

Tomás

Joan Sheehy

2nd Tinker Woman

Malachy McCourt

Sergeant

David Wilmot

Boy at Dance

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