YOUNG CASSIDY (1965) Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith- Public Domain DVD NO CASE

YOUNG CASSIDY (1959) Starring - Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith - Public Domain Colour - DVD NO CASE

Young Cassidy is a 1965 British biography drama film directed by Jack Cardiff and starring Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, and Maggie Smith. It is a biographical drama based upon the life of the playwright Seán O'Casey. Set in 1911 and the growing protest against British rule in Ireland, young John Cassidy (Seán O'Casey) is a labourer by day and a pamphleteer by night. When the pamphlets he has written incite riots, Cassidy realizes he can do more for his people with the pen than with the sword. He writes a new play, The Plough and the Stars, which he submits to the Abbey Theatre (which had already rejected another of his plays, The Shadow of a Gunman), and is surprised when W. B. Yeats, the founder of the Abbey, accepts and produces his new play. The opening of the play causes the audience to riot, and he loses many friends; but he is undeterred and is soon acclaimed as Ireland's outstanding young playwright. Young Cassidy tells the inspiring story of Seán O'Casey and his journey as a writer and activist during the turbulent times of 1911 Ireland. Through his plays, O'Casey was able to ignite change and bring awareness to the struggles of his people. This product showcases the powerful impact of the written word and emphasizes the importance of standing up for what you believe in. With its captivating storytelling and powerful message, this film is a must-see for anyone interested in history, politics, or the art of playwriting.

110 Mins

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