The Hanging Gale
Overview
In this historical miniseries created for BBC Northern Ireland, four brothers struggle to survive during the Irish potato famine of the 1840s while facing persecution from an agent (Michael Kitchen) of their indifferent English landlord. Looking on in horror as their primary food source dwindles, the Phelan brothers (portrayed by real-life siblings Joe, Mark, Paul and Stephen McGann) are torn between nonviolent protest and bloody revolt.
About The Hanging Gale (1995)
Released in 1995, The Hanging Gale is a history and drama film from BBC Northern Ireland (Ireland). It was directed by Diarmuid Lawrence and written by Allan Cubitt. The cast is led by Joe McGann, Mark McGann, Paul McGann, Stephen McGann and Michael Kitchen.
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