How Harry Became a Tree (2002)
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Set in rural Ireland. Believing that "a man is measured by his enemies", Harry Maloney (Colm Meany) sets out to ruin George O'Flaherty – the most powerful man in town, who not only owns the local pub and most of the businesses in the area, but is also the local matchmaker. When Harry's son Gus (Cillian Murphy) – upon whom Harry regularly heaps abuse (mostly mental and verbal) – falls for the lovely Eileen, George helps get the two together. During this time, Harry quietly mobilizes his dastardly plans.
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Colm MeaneyHarry
Adrian DunbarGeorge
Cillian MurphyGus
Kerry CondonEileen
Pat LaffanFather O'Connor
Gail FitzpatrickMargaretMaighréad Ní ChonghaileMaeveDes BraidenGeorge's fatherDenis ClohessyTimSean ClohessySeanLaurie MortonDaisyGladys SheehanMaisieMovie DNA
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What is How Harry Became a Tree about?
Set in rural Ireland. Believing that "a man is measured by his enemies", Harry Maloney (Colm Meany) sets out to ruin George O'Flaherty – the most powerful man in town, who not only owns the local pub and most of the businesses in the area, but is also the local matchmaker. When Harry's son Gus (Cillian Murphy) – upon whom Harry regularly heaps abuse (mostly mental and verbal) – falls for the lovely Eileen, George helps get the two together. During this time, Harry quietly mobilizes his dastardly plans.
How long is How Harry Became a Tree?
How Harry Became a Tree has a runtime of 100 minutes.