Conor McPherson: "The Eclipse"
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Hear the Tony Award–nominated playwright ("The Seafarer") discuss his Tribeca Film Festival 2009 selection, "The Eclipse". One of Ireland's most celebrated living playwrights, McPherson wrote and directed the new film, which stars Aidan Quinn, Ciarán Hinds, and Iben Hjejle. Set amidst the chaos of an international literary festival, "The Eclipse" offers an exquisite and life affirming drama about the redemptive quality of love.
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