The Van & The Commitments

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Synopsis

The Van

Bimbo (Donal O'Kelly) is brokenhearted at being laid off. His best friend Larry (Colm Meaney) hasn't held down a job in ages. During World Cup fever these two fast friends cook up a get-quick-rich scheme that may be a dream come true or a living nightmare.

Directed by Oscar Nominated director Stephen Frears, this free-wheeling comedy hit boasts a superb score featuring legendary musician Eric Clapton.


The Commitments

Jimmy Rabbitte is a man with a vision - to bring soul music to Dublin. His friends Derek and Outspan ask him to manage their band and Jimmy agrees, but only on his terms. He places an ad in the local paper which simply read: "Have you got soul? If so, the World's Hardest Working Band is looking for you". And so were born THE COMMITMENTS.

Award-winning Alan Parker's visionary movie about the rise and fall of a Dublin soul band has taken the UK by storm, a No. 1 box office smash, attracting rave reviews and producing one of the hottest new musical talents in years.