Just An Illusion

Based on a true story, the Kelly brothers await the fate of their racehorse Just An Illusion

Based on a true story, this short film tells the story of the Kelly brothers. Horse racing is a huge part of their lives, so when they had the opportunity to buy a horse, they leaped at the chance. Things aren't going exactly to plan when the race day for Just An Illusion comes. Tensions are high, especially as this is the first race the Kellys will be attending without their father, the man who introduced them to the world of horses.

Runtime

8m

Genres

Drama

Director

Bebhinn Hunt-Sheridan

Casting

• James Deegan — Michael Kelly
• Donncha Tynan — Séamus Kelly
• Ciaran Palmer — Tony Kelly
• James Lydon — Jack Kelly
• Bebhinn Hunt-Sheridan — Kathleen Roche
• Paul Sheridan — Mr. Roche
• Grainne Jordan — Ma
• Eimear Dolan — Race card seller
• Gareth Byrne — Billy

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